2D Animator (Senior)

Ixilix is a technology-driven company that builds high-quality solutions and long-term partnerships. Our team is growing, and we are looking for a 2D Animator.

Responsibilities:

• Create high-quality 2D animations for game characters, effects, and UI/game elements using Spine 2D and Adobe After Effects.
• Animate and upgrade existing assets — improving timing, transitions, and visual quality.
• Develop animations from scratch based on concept art and design briefs.
• Optimize animations and assets for performance and smooth integration into the game client.
• Prepare exports (JSON, atlas, sprite sheets) and cooperate with developers during integration.
• Maintain and update internal documentation related to animation workflow, naming conventions, and export processes.
• Participate in animation and art reviews, ensuring stylistic and technical consistency.
• Mentor junior animators and provide feedback to improve overall animation quality.

Required Skills:

• 3+ years of professional experience creating 2D animations for games.
• Strong expertise with Spine 2D (rigging, constraints, skins, events, export).
• Proficient in Adobe After Effects for creating visual effects and motion graphics.
• Confident use of Adobe Photoshop (sprite preparation, cleanup, compositing).
• Ability to create animations for various elements: characters, objects, UI, and effects.
• Understanding of animation principles (timing, squash & stretch, anticipation, easing).
• Experience preparing optimized assets for real-time engines (draw calls, atlas sizes, compression).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• English B1.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in slot games, casual games, or crash games.
• Familiarity with Unity and Spine runtime integration.
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator or vector animation tools.
• Understanding of performance optimization in mobile and HTML5 environments.
• Creative mindset and attention to visual storytelling.

Competencies:

• Creativity & Aesthetic Sense – ability to translate ideas into visually compelling animation.
• Technical Precision – ensuring smooth exports, rig efficiency, and runtime performance.
• Collaboration – communicates clearly, works effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Initiative & Learning Orientation – proactive in finding new techniques and improving workflows.
• Accountability – delivers tasks on time, maintains high quality standards.
• Mentorship – shares knowledge and supports less experienced team members.

What we offer:
Rewards & Celebrations

• Team Buildings Compensations
• Memorable Days Financial Benefit

Learning & Development

• Annual fixed budget for personal learning
• English Language Courses Compensation

Time Off & Leave

• Paid Annual Leave (Vacation) - 24 working days
• Sick leave - unlimited number of days, fully covered

Wellbeing Support

• Mental Health Support (Therapy Compensation)
• Holiday Helper Service

Workplace Tools & Assistance

• Laptop provided by Company (after probation)

Work conditions:

• Remote work from EU
• Flexible 8-hour workday, typically between 9:00 - 18:00 CET
• Five working days, Monday to Friday
• Public holidays observed according to Ukrainian legislation
• Business trips to Bratislava every 3-6 months (company provides compensation of expenses)

At Ixilix, we value transparency, trust, and ownership. We believe that great results come from people who care - about their work, their team, and the impact they create.

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