Job Description
We are seeking a visionary Senior 2D Animation Engineer to join our elite creative team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between high-fidelity motion design and performant code. You will be responsible for creating immersive, interactive 2D experiences that captivate users and drive engagement across our digital platforms.
The ideal candidate is not just a developer but an artist who understands the physics of motion, the intricacies of the DOM, and the nuances of browser performance. You will work closely with UX designers and product managers to transform static concepts into fluid, delightful user interfaces.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-performance 2D animations using HTML5 Canvas, SVG, and CSS3/Keyframes.
- Optimize complex animation sequences for 60fps rendering across desktop and mobile devices.
- Create interactive storytelling elements and micro-interactions that enhance user experience.
- Collaborate with designers to translate Figma/Framer designs into precise, code-based motion graphics.
- Maintain and refactor legacy animation libraries to ensure scalability and performance.
- Develop reusable animation components for the design system to speed up cross-team development.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience in 2D web animation or interactive graphics.
- Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3 with a deep understanding of the rendering pipeline.
- Expertise in animation libraries such as GSAP, Anime.js, or Three.js (for 2D contexts).
- Strong portfolio demonstrating advanced 2D motion design and coding skills.
- Experience with responsive design principles and mobile performance optimization.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex animation issues.