Monday, March 1, 2010

JOB ALERT: ANIMATION PROGRAMMER – IDOL MINDS

Job Duties(s): Animation Programming, TOOLS / API's / PLUG-INS
Software Utilized: C++, .NET
Platform(s): Unannounced, PS3, XBOX 360
Start Date: Immediately

Idol Minds is seeking a mid-level programmer to perform animation related programming tasks on an upcoming title.

COMPANY
Idol Minds is an independent game developer for the PS3 and other consoles. We are ideally located in Colorado between Denver and Boulder next to the Rocky Mountains. Our company offers a relaxed and fun work environment, competitive salary, royalties, moving expenses, health and dental insurance, and a 401k plan. Our location offers close proximity to countless outdoor and metropolitan activities.
We have immediate positions available for full time employment. The people we're looking for are well organized, detail oriented, and enjoy working in a relaxed team atmosphere. If you are a talented and highly skilled individual with a passion for playing and creating exciting games, we would like you to work for us.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Improve our animation export pipeline
• Improve gameside animation system
• Ongoing support for character modelers and animators

REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Must be proficient in C++
• Must exhibit a positive attitude and be a strong team player
• Knowledge of animation methods

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
• At least 1 year game programming experience

BENEFICIAL SKILLS:
• Experience working with Maya API
• Experience working with Havok