Role Overview
iXie Gaming is hiring a Senior 3D Gameplay Animator. This is a full-time role in Telangana. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Senior 3D Gameplay Animator
We are looking for a Senior 3D Gameplay Animator with 5+ years of professional experience in game animation and a strong understanding of end-to-end animation pipelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Create high-quality gameplay animations for characters, creatures, sports actions, and props
- Develop polished and responsive animations that blend seamlessly with gameplay mechanics
- Integrate and fine-tune animations inside Unity
- Collaborate closely with gameplay designers, technical artists, and engineers
- Support animation pipeline development including rigging, skinning, implementation, and optimization
- Build animations from scratch based on gameplay requirements and references
Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of experience in game animation at a senior level
- Strong expertise in gameplay animation, game character animation, and prop animation
- Deep understanding of animation pipelines and gameplay integration workflows
- Hands-on experience with rigging and skinning
- Strong knowledge of in-place animation
- Excellent understanding of physics, motion, timing, weight, and gameplay mechanics
- Highly skilled in creating animations that feel responsive and blend naturally with gameplay systems
- Technical expertise in Unity animation systems including:
- Animator Controller
- Blend Trees
- State Machines
- Root Motion
- Animation Retargeting
- Ability to troubleshoot and optimize animation implementation issues
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on Sports titles such as:
- Cricket
- Tennis
- Baseball
- Experience creating gameplay-driven sports movement and realistic motion systems
- Familiarity with procedural animation, IK setups, and animation optimization workflows
- Experience with Maya, Blender, MotionBuilder, or equivalent tools
Additional Expectations
- Strong eye for gameplay readability, responsiveness, and player feedback
- Experience working in cross-functional production environments with art, design, and engineering teams
Pay: ₹700,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior 3D Gameplay Animator position at iXie Gaming?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to iXie Gaming. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior 3D Gameplay Animator position at iXie Gaming located?
This position is based in Telangana. iXie Gaming has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior 3D Gameplay Animator at iXie Gaming earn?
iXie Gaming has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior 3D Gameplay Animator role at iXie Gaming posted?
This role was posted on May 10, 2026 (37 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior 3D Gameplay Animator role at iXie Gaming require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. iXie Gaming lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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