2D Games Animator - Fully Remote

SOFTGAMES is looking for a talented and passionate 2D Games Animator to bring life and excitement to our Match-3 core gameplay, characters, and environments. As part of our fully remote team, you will work closely with designers, artists, and developers to create engaging and expressive animations that align with our game’s vision.

This is a REMOTE position.

** Qualified applicants will be expected to complete a graphics test.

Your role

• Animate high-quality 2D elements, including characters, environments, and core gameplay features for our Match-3 games.
• Create eye-catching particles and special effects to enhance the world and storytelling.
• Collaborate with design and art teams to seamlessly integrate animations into gameplay.
• Adapt animations to fit various styles while maintaining consistency with the game’s art direction.
• Optimize animations for performance without sacrificing quality and fluidity.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creatively to project development.
• Implement and refine animations based on feedback from the team.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and techniques for 2D animation.

Your profile

• Proven experience as a 2D Animator in the gaming industry (portfolio or demo reel required).
• Proficiency in animation software such as Adobe Animate, Spine, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of animation principles (timing, weight, balance, etc.).
• Ability to adapt to different animation styles, from cartoony to realistic.
• Excellent English communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

SOFTGAMES is the leading instant gaming company. We develop casual, truly social games that can be played instantly across all devices. Our hypersocial blockbuster game “Bubble Shooter Pro” became a global top grossing game on Facebook and is played by millions of people around the world every day. We partner closely with Facebook, Samsung and more to craft the next generation of instant games that billions of people can play together. SOFTGAMES is a remote first company and the home of 100 people from all over the world. We believe in proactive, independent teams with the freedom to take initiative, challenge the status quo, and with the mission to create fun and everlasting Instant Games.

At SOFTGAMES, we believe that different perspectives and background in our teams contribute to the quality of our work. We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion / worldview, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.

Have we caught your interest? Then we look forward to your detailed application together with your salary expectations and earliest possible start date.