Job Description
We are seeking a visionary Senior 2D Web Animation Engineer to join our elite creative engineering team in San Francisco. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for architecting and implementing high-performance 2D interactive experiences that push the boundaries of modern web technologies. You will bridge the critical gap between creative vision and technical execution, ensuring fluid animations and engaging user interfaces that captivate audiences worldwide.
Why Join Us?
- Work on award-winning digital campaigns for Fortune 500 clients.
- Access to cutting-edge hardware and proprietary rendering engines.
- Competitive compensation package with equity options.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop complex 2D animations and interactive elements using HTML5 Canvas, SVG, and WebGL.
- Optimize animation performance to ensure 60fps rendering on mobile and desktop devices.
- Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate mockups into pixel-perfect, animated interfaces.
- Maintain and extend the company's core 2D graphics library and toolset.
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers in best practices for graphics programming.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience in web development with a focus on 2D graphics and animation.
- Expert proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
- Deep understanding of the Canvas API, SVG manipulation, and WebGL basics.
- Experience with animation libraries such as GSAP, Anime.js, or D3.js.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex rendering issues.