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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Animation Engineer - **Company:** Companion Group Ltd - **Location:** Germany (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Computer Animation, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Client Server Models, Cloud Computing, Data Structures, Game Engine, Python (Programming Language), Lua (Scripting Language), Network Programming, Online Service Provider, Object-Oriented Software Development, System Programming, Scripting, Google Cloud, Enterprise Integration, Unreal Engine, Golang, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-animation-engineer-companion-group-ltd-8349146 ## About the Role * Architect, implement, and refine cutting-edge multiplayer-ready animation systems in and outside of the Unreal Engine * Produce elegant, efficient, and maintainable C++ code * Leverage expert-level understanding of data structures and algorithms to solve interesting challenges * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative animation experiences * Contribute to the development of scalable and robust networking solutions * Tackle and resolve intricate technical hurdles in complex multiplayer games + Excellent communication and collaboration skills + Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail + 6+ years of experience in the Unreal Engine + Experience with at least one proprietary game engine (C/C++ OOP/ECS) + Deep understanding of Client-Server Game Architecture (e.g. Client-side prediction, Server reconciliation, Lag compensation, Entity Interpolation etc.) + Excellent C++ programming skills, including proficiency in modern C++ standards (C++17 and C++20) and their application in diverse contexts beyond Unreal Engine, such as systems programming, network programming, etc. + Deep expertise in common data structures and algorithms (DSA) + Experience with Online Services (e.g. GBaaS solutions (e.g. Azure Playfab, AccelByte AGS), Custom Game Backend Integration/Development, Toxicity Management Platforms, etc.) + Experience with UE's Gameplay Abilities System (GAS) What makes you stand out + Experience with Entity Component Systems (ECS) (e.g. flecs.dev) + Experience with AI (Behaviour Trees, State Trees, UtilityAI Systems) + Experience with one or more Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) + Familiarity with scripting languages and tools development (e.g. Lua, Python, Javascript) + Familiarity with one other programming language (e.g. Rust, Golang) + Experience with Host-Migration and Seamless-Server Transitions ## Description As a Senior Animation Engineer, you'll be at the heart of crafting exceptional multiplayer experiences. 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