We’re Hiring – 3D Animation Engineer / Technical Artist (Unreal + AI Avatar Hub)

We’re Hiring – 3D Animation Engineer / Technical Artist (Unreal + AI Avatar Hub) Location: Remote / Hybrid – Open to India, Europe & MENA
Project: ISIDORE V2 – Next-Gen AI Avatar Platform
Company: CompetitivIA | European AI Innovation Hub
About the Project ISIDORE V2 is the next generation of AI-driven avatars and intelligent ecosystems , blending cinematic-quality animation, emotion-aware AI , and real-time interaction .
Our goal: to build a unified AI Avatar Hub — where Unreal Engine, AI, and behavioral animation converge.
After a successful first version, we’re entering V2 : a high-end production cycle focused on
• next-level animation realism,
• facial and body motion driven by AI,
• real-time synchronization between avatars, voice, and emotion layers.
Your Mission We’re looking for a 3D Animation Engineer / Technical Artist with strong expertise in both artistic direction and technical integration , capable of:
Developing and optimizing character animation pipelines for Unreal Engine 5.4
Integrating AI-driven behaviors, facial rigs, and motion capture data
Collaborating with the AI and 3D modeling teams to sync emotion, lip sync, and body logic
Designing and maintaining animation control systems (Blueprints / Control Rig / Sequencer)
Working on real-time rendering, shaders, and cinematic sequencing
Ensuring seamless asset integration between animation, rigging, and engine layers
Bringing artistic sensitivity to technical challenges, delivering lifelike avatars with fluid motion
Ideal Profile You are a bridge between art and technology — someone who understands the soul of animation and the precision of code.
Required Skills
✅ Unreal Engine 5.x (Control Rig, Sequencer, Metahuman)
✅ Rigging / Animation integration (Maya, Blender, or MotionBuilder)
✅ Blueprint scripting and animation event logic
✅ Experience with mocap systems (Rokoko, DeepMotion, Move.ai, etc.)
✅ Strong understanding of lighting, shading, and real-time rendering
✅ English fluency (written and spoken)
Bonus Skills
✨ Experience in AI animation tools or procedural animation systems
✨ Familiarity with RAG, OpenAI API, or voice-to-motion synchronization
✨ Background in VFX, gaming, or cinematic production
You’ll Work With Rishi – Lead 3D Model & Avatar Designer
Arun – Unreal Engine Environment & Engine Stabilization
Syed – AI Voice & Emotion Integration
Supported by CompetitivIA’s Innovation Hub (Web, Data, and UX teams)
What We Offer Work on a global AI & 3D innovation project with high creative autonomy
Long-term collaboration (12+ months) with co-credit visibility
An environment that values artistry, innovation, and performance
Flexible hours and collaboration with a multicultural, expert team