Sheffield-based Steel City Interactive (SCI) was founded in 2020 by three brothers, Ash, Asif and Asad Habib.  Formed around the idea of creating the first major, new boxing game in over a decade. The rapidly growing studio now employs 70 people and has partnerships with the world of boxing’s leading companies including the WBC, Ring Magazine, CompuBox, BoxRec, many other prestigious boxing organisations and many of the biggest fighters. During development SCI has created innovative, proprietary technology to bring the world of boxing to life like never before.Our roots are in Sheffield, a city buzzing with music, food, sport, cultural diversity and the glorious Peak District National Park on our doorstep.

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Steel City Interactive is seeking a highly experienced Senior Animation Programmer to develop and optimize character animation features for their boxing video game, 'Undisputed'. The role involves designing and implementing physics systems using Unreal Engine's Chaos Physics, integrating animations, and ensuring AAA fidelity for realistic gameplay. The ideal candidate will collaborate with a diverse team to create world-class character-based gameplay, focusing on physics-driven animations and performance across platforms.

<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">About Steel City Interactive</h3>SCI was born out of passion for video games and boxing, with the ambition to create an authentic and exciting boxing game that does justice to the sport we love. What started as a fun prototype has grown into ‘Undisputed’, the first major boxing video game in over a decade.SCI is a welcoming place for expression and open communication, where everyone has a voice. We’re a diverse bunch, consisting of people with decades of games industry experience, graduates and talented individuals who come from other industries. We all bring knowledge and learn from each other.Together we are driven by ambition to bring the world of boxing into a video game like never before.<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">The Role</h3>You are a highly experienced Animation Programmer, having worked on AAA titles within Unreal Engine, where you showcased your skills in perfecting physics-driven character animations and seamless integration with animation pipelines to deliver immersive, realistic gameplay experiences.We're looking for a Senior Animation Programmer to help shape the future of our game. You'll be responsible for the development of the character animation features for our game, optimising and maintaining the physical simulation and animation integration of our product to AAA fidelity.You will be working in collaboration with a highly talented, diverse team to create world-class character-based gameplay.This role can be based onsite at one of our 2 offices in Sheffield or Leamington Spa, hybrid or fully remote.<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Responsibilities</h3><ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Design, implement, and maintain our character physics systems using UE's Chaos Physics engine, including rigid-body dynamics, high fidelity impact collisions, and ragdoll effects tailored to realistic human characters.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Integrate physics with animation systems, utilizing animation montages, blend shapes and IK solvers.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Optimize fixed-/sub-step physics frames for precise simulations, and procedural animations to achieve lifelike character responses (e.g. punches, dodges, and falls in a 60fps multiplayer boxing match context).</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Collaborate on animation pipelines, incorporating tools like Motion Matching for fluid animation blending, Control Rig for real-time rigging, MetaHuman for high-fidelity character models, and customizing ML Deformers for advanced muscle and skin deformations.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Optimize general physics and animation performance through LODding and multi-threading or asynchronous strategies, debugging concurrency issues, and ensuring smooth integration & performance across consoles and PC.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to physics-animation interactions, such as joint deformations, corrective expressions, and foot-sliding.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Prototype new features for character interactions, like soft body impacts and multiplayer synchronization of character physics states.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Contribute to code reviews, best practices, and documentation for the physics and animation teams.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Stay current with Unreal Engine updates and emerging technologies in character simulation, and the Chaos Physics engine.</li></ul><h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Knowledge, Skills & Experience</h3><ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Proven Experience in character physics programming.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Deep knowledge of key technologies used in character physics and animation for AAA games, such as C++ and Unreal Engine tools.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5 physics and animation pipelines.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">An eye for realistic motion - the ability to discuss with animators and gameplay designers what works dynamically and how to make it fit within our game.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Proven experience with engine-level debugging and performance optimisation.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Strong understanding of character movement dynamics, 3D maths and data structures.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Strong understanding of the underlying (UE) engine structures and techniques.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Solid understanding of software architecture and engineering best practices.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Excellent communication and documentation skills.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Self-driven with a proactive mindset and attention to detail.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">A genuine passion for games and game development.</li></ul><h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">What we Offer</h3>Healthy work-life balance:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), that increases 1 day per year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Christmas shut down.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Holiday exchange programme.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Flexible working hours & pattern (Certain Hybrid models available).</li></ul>Support for family life:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay (subject to eligibility requirements).</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Private Healthcare which includes Optical & Dental.</li></ul>Great office environment:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Friendly studios based in Sheffield and Leamington, with free snacks, fruit and drinks!</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Free parking - At our Sheffield site.</li></ul>Health & wellbeing support:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Company sick pay.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">2 days Wellbeing Days leave per year.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Access to 24/7 doctors.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Learning support:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Learning days.</li></ul>Additional financial support:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Technology scheme (salary sacrifice up to £750).</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Relocation benefits (subject to eligibility requirements).</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Electric Car Vehicle Scheme (subject to eligibility requirements).</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Discretionary Bonus.</li></ul>Connection and perks:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Wrap parties & company paid outings.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Individual entertainment budget to cover team events.</li></ul>Steel City Interactive is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a diverse team and welcome all applications, considering them without regard to race, religion, belief, age, gender, gender expression, gender identity, gender reassignment, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, sex or sexual orientation.If you’re excited about this role and believe you would add value to our team, but don’t meet every single requirement, we would still like to hear from you – please let us know about the value you would bring in your application.NOTICE TO APPLICANTSPlease be aware that all applications for roles submitted through our website will be managed by our external recruitment partner, Amiqus. While they will handle the processing and management of your application, your data will remain securely stored within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information. By submitting your CV through our website, you give your permission for your application to be managed by Amiqus and to be contacted by them on SCI’s behalf.DepartmentProgrammingLocationsSheffield, Leamington Spa

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