Senior 2D Animator

RubyPlay Australia
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AI Summary

We are seeking a Senior 2D Animator to create high-quality animations for our slot games. The successful candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in 2D animation, with a strong focus on slot games or iGaming. The role involves creating and animating game assets, ensuring technical integration, and collaborating with the creative team.

Key Highlights
Create and animate game assets for slot titles
Ensure animations are optimized for performance and technically integrated into the game engine
Collaborate with the broader creative team on game concepts and visual direction
Key Responsibilities
Create and animate game assets for slot titles, including characters, symbols, backgrounds, UI elements, and promotional banners
Ensure animations are optimized for performance and technically integrated into the game engine
Act as a bridge between creative and development teams, solving integration challenges and maintaining visual fidelity
Brainstorm and collaborate with the broader creative team on game concepts and visual direction
Contribute to the continuous improvement of animation pipelines and workflows
Mentor and support more junior animators, sharing expertise and helping to upskill the team
Technical Skills Required
Spine Adobe After Effects 2D Animation
Benefits & Perks
Remote-first flexibility
Learning & growth opportunities
Health & wellness benefits
Yearly bonus
Nice to Have
Familiarity with AI tools
Upper-Intermediate level of English or higher

Job Description


Department: Art Team

Location: Sydney (Remote)

Description

RubyPlay is a place where passion meets competence. Since 2017, we’ve made more than 200 innovative games and built more than 100 strong partnerships globally!

Proud to be:
  • The Winner at BFTH Arena Awards — Best Online Casino Game
  • Shortlisted for SBC Awards 2024 — Casino/Slots Developer of the Year
  • A strong player on 10+ markets globally
  • Beloved workplace for hundreds of specialists from 34 countries
We are now growing our team and looking for a Senior 2D Animator ready to bring our slot games to life with high-quality, polished animations that elevate the player experience.

Here’s How You’ll Make an Impact:

  • Create and animate game assets for slot titles, including characters, symbols, backgrounds, UI elements, and promotional banners
  • Ensure animations are optimised for performance and technically integrated into the game engine
  • Act as a bridge between creative and development teams, solving integration challenges and maintaining visual fidelity
  • Brainstorm and collaborate with the broader creative team on game concepts and visual direction
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of animation pipelines and workflows
  • Mentor and support more junior animators, sharing expertise and helping to upskill the team

What Makes You A Strong Candidate:

  • 5–7 years of experience as a 2D Animator, with a strong focus on slot games or iGaming
  • Deep understanding of slot game animation — symbols, win animations, character movements, UI transitions, and special effects
  • Proficiency in industry-standard tools:
    — Spine (advanced, core skill — this is our primary tool)
    — Adobe After Effects (a strong plus)
  • A solid portfolio showcasing slot game animations, technical integration, and high-quality visual work
  • Experience in mentoring and skill-sharing
  • Upper-Intermediate level of English or higher
  • Familiarity with AI tools

Why You’ll Love It Here:

  • Remote-first flexibility — Work from anywhere with a setup for deep focus and work-life balance
  • Learning & growth — Development budgets and dedicated days to upskill and explore new areas
  • Health & wellness — Medical coverage and well-being budgets to help you feel balanced, strong, and supported
  • Yearly bonus — Rewards based on company success and your impact
  • Career growth — Vertical and horizontal opportunities to grow and advance
  • Global team — Talented, diverse colleagues you’ll enjoy working with
Hit us with your CV and let's talk!

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