3dsmax Rigger required at Digital Sun Games, remote
Senior 3dsMax Rigger : The indie gaming landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by studios that dare to push creative boundaries and redefine player expectations. At the forefront of this movement is Digital Sun Games, a standout studio globally recognized for delivering critically acclaimed, high-quality titles. With three successful games already under our belt, we are constantly exploring new frontiers in game development, blending striking art styles with deep, engaging mechanics. To help us forge our next ambitious path, we are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior 3ds Max Rigger. This pivotal technical role is offered in a flexible freelance/remote collaboration format, allowing you to work with our world-class team from anywhere across the globe. If you are a rigging expert who understands the delicate balance between complex anatomical deformation and lightweight, animator-friendly control rigs, we want to hear from you. Job Overview: Senior 3ds Max Rigger Job Overview Details Position Senior 3ds Max Rigger Company Digital Sun Games Location Remote (Global Freelance Collaboration) Employment Type Freelance / Contract Work Hours Flexible (Studio operates on a 35-hour work week ecosystem) Experience Required 4+ years in the video game industry Core Software Autodesk 3ds Max (Maya is a plus) Game Engine Unreal Engine The Role: Engineering the Movement Architecture In character-driven video games, rigging is the vital bridge between a static 3D model and a dynamic, living character. As a Senior 3ds Max Rigger at Digital Sun, you will serve as the technical architect behind our characters and animation systems. Your primary responsibility will be ensuring that every creature, hero, and mechanical asset feels incredibly responsive, expressive, and alive when in the hands of the player. This position bridges the gap between pure artistic expression and rigorous technical logic. You will not just be placing bones; you will be defining the entire deformation pipeline and establishing intuitive control schemes that empower our animation team to work efficiently. We are looking for a problem solver who has a deep sensitivity to animator needs and gameplay constraints, ensuring that visual appeal never compromises technical performance in the game engine. Key Responsibilities Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Digital Sun Games is looking for a seasoned technical professional who combines software mastery with a keen artistic eye for natural motion and skeletal mechanics. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of shipping real-time games and thrives in an asynchronous, remote pipeline. Minimum Requirements Desired Skills & Preferred Experience Important Employment Details & Studio Perks At Digital Sun, we believe that great games are made by happy, healthy, and inspired creators. Even within our remote and freelance collaborations, we extend a culture that actively promotes a sustainable lifestyle, healthy work habits, and continuous support. Work Model, Timeline, and Location This role is specifically tailored for modern, flexible working dynamics. The opening was officially launched on 26/03/2026 and operates under a fully remote freelance contract structure, allowing you to work from your preferred workspace anywhere in the world. Unmatched Studio Culture & Benefits Digital Sun operates internally on a highly respectful framework designed to combat industry burnout. While this is a remote contract, our internal culture values: Career Growth Opportunities Joining Digital Sun as a Senior 3ds Max Rigger means embedding yourself in an agile environment that values technical innovation and creative ownership. You will not simply be executing a backlog of tasks; you will play an active role in defining the core technical animation pipeline for our future title roadmap. As the studio continues to expand its technological horizons, you will have the opportunity to spearhead automation tools, establish rigging standards across multiple projects, and collaborate closely with Lead Technical Artists. We actively support our contractors and employees in scaling up their technical skill sets, testing new engine features, and taking on major creative challenges that push the boundaries of indie development. 3dsmax Rigger required at Digital Sun Games Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs