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Lead Software Developer (DevOps)
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Lead Software Developer (DevOps)
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Senior Embedded Software Designer
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Toronto, ON
Full-time
…we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global…
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Quality Improvement Engineer
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Lead and support root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. 8D, DMAIC, 5 Whys)
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Animal Resources Division Manager – Montreal General Hospital Site
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
Full-time
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Aquent

Character Rigger 4 [AQ-19906]

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Pay: $58 to $63 CAD / hour
Job type: Contract
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Experience: 3+ years of professional experience as a Character Rigger or equivalent, with a proven track record in game development.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 29, 2026

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Original job description

Aquent, in partnership with a renowned game development studio, is seeking a talented individual to breathe life into virtual worlds and empower the next generation of interactive storytelling. This studio stands at the forefront of interactive entertainment, dedicated to crafting immersive experiences enjoyed by players worldwide. As a pivotal member of this dynamic team, you will have the exciting opportunity to apply your expertise directly to game assets, playing a crucial role in the team’s success and significantly impacting the artistic vision and technical foundation of flagship titles by bringing characters to life through innovative rigging solutions, ensuring the highest quality of character movement and expression.

Join a talented group of artists and engineers to shape the future of interactive experiences! This role offers a unique chance to contribute to cutting-edge game animation systems, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance of characters across diverse platforms. Your work will directly influence the player experience, ensuring believable and functional character movement and expression in flagship titles.

What You’ll Do

Collaborate closely with the Rigging Lead to develop and implement rigged assets that adhere to technical guidelines, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance within the game engine.
Actively seek and incorporate feedback from the Rigging Lead, peers, and art leads to continuously refine and improve rigging solutions.
Proactively troubleshoot and resolve issues with rigged assets, ensuring content integrity and conducting thorough testing on the target platform to guarantee stability and quality.
Participate effectively in team meetings, contributing to a collaborative environment and fostering clear communication across disciplines.
Consistently meet project deadlines and milestones, demonstrating reliability and commitment to project success.
Document new rigging tools, techniques, and workflows, contributing to knowledge sharing and the continuous improvement of departmental processes.
Serve as a positive and creative force within the team, inspiring innovation and contributing to a dynamic work culture.

What You’ll Bring

3+ years of professional experience as a Character Rigger or equivalent, with a proven track record in game development.
A Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or Associate of Arts (AA) degree is preferred, or a compelling portfolio that demonstrates an industry-standard level of rigging expertise.
Proficiency with industry-standard 3D software, coupled with a high capacity to quickly learn and adapt to new tools and processes.
Strong foundational knowledge of human and animal anatomy, crucial for creating believable and functional character rigs.
Demonstrated expertise in clean and efficient smooth skinning practices, ensuring high-quality deformations.
A genuine passion for the game industry and a keen understanding of current industry trends and emerging technologies.
A proactive work ethic, characterized by strong problem-solving skills and an eagerness to tackle complex challenges.
The ability and willingness to quickly learn and integrate into existing in-studio workflows and proprietary tools.

What Will Set You Apart

Experience working with a leading game engine, demonstrating practical application of rigging within a real-time environment.
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, MEL), used for automation and tool development.
Hands-on experience with 3D animation software, providing a deeper understanding of animators’ needs.
Knowledge of cloth simulation or other dynamic simulation techniques to enhance character realism.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description

Join a global technology leader driving innovation and empowering people and organizations worldwide to achieve more. Here, you’ll collaborate with passionate, diverse teams to create impactful solutions that shape the future. The culture prioritizes growth, inclusion, and purpose - where your ideas are valued, and your work drives real change. Wherever your passion lies and wherever your career is headed - you’ll play a role in projects that touch billions of lives. With flexible work options and a supportive environment, you’ll have the tools to thrive both personally and professionally. Be part of something that truly matters.

Why work with AQUENT? Check out our awesome benefits: https://aquent.com/talent/talent-benefits

Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Responsibilities

Develop, implement, test, and troubleshoot character rigs that meet technical guidelines and integrate reliably with the game engine and target platforms. Collaborate with rigging and art leads and peers, meet project milestones, and document tools and workflows to support team communication and process improvement.

Requirements

Requires at least three years of professional character-rigging or equivalent experience, a strong portfolio or a preferred BFA or AA degree, and proficiency with industry-standard 3D software. Candidates should understand human and animal anatomy and smooth skinning, and be adaptable, proactive problem-solvers; game-engine experience, scripting, animation software, and simulation knowledge are advantages.

Skills

Character Rigging
Game Development
3D Software
Human And Animal Anatomy
Smooth Skinning
Character Deformation
Game Engine Integration
Troubleshooting
Python
MEL
3D Animation
Cloth Simulation
Dynamic Simulation
Technical Documentation
Problem-Solving

Benefits

Subsidized Health Plans
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Sick Leave
Retirement Plan With Employer Match
Free Online Training

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Keywords

Character Rigging
Game Development
Game Animation
Rigged Assets
Game Engine
Real-Time Environment
3D Software
Human Anatomy
Animal Anatomy
Smooth Skinning
Character Deformation
Python
MEL
Scripting
Tool Development
3D Animation
Cloth Simulation
Dynamic Simulation
Technical Guidelines
Target Platform Testing
Troubleshooting
Rigging Workflows
Technical Documentation
Interactive Entertainment

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