Job Description
We are seeking a visionary Senior 2D Animation Engineer to join Nexus Digital Labs. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between high-fidelity design and fluid engineering, creating immersive web experiences that captivate users worldwide. You will be responsible for architecting performant animation systems and optimizing visual assets to ensure maximum impact across all devices.
As a key member of our creative engineering team, you will push the boundaries of what is possible on the web, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver seamless motion graphics that drive user engagement and retention.
Responsibilities
- Architect and implement high-performance 2D animation sequences using GSAP, Anime.js, and custom Canvas solutions.
- Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate complex motion designs into responsive, pixel-perfect code.
- Optimize rendering performance to ensure 60fps animations on mobile and desktop devices.
- Maintain and refactor existing animation libraries to improve maintainability and scalability.
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers on best practices in front-end animation.
- Integrate 2D assets into Single Page Applications (SPAs) using React or Vue.js.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience in 2D animation, interactive design, or front-end development.
- Expert proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5 Canvas, and CSS3/SCSS.
- Strong command of animation libraries such as GSAP, Three.js, or Pixi.js.
- Experience with responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility testing.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Fine Arts, or a related field.
- Portfolio demonstrating advanced 2D motion graphics and engineering skills.