At Playnetic, we create online slot games that engage, excite, and immerse players in unforgettable experiences. As Principal Animator, you'll be at the forefront of that magic, pushing animation quality, refining visual storytelling, and guiding our talented team to bring our games to life.What You'll DoOwn and drive the animation direction across our slot games, ensuring consistency and high-quality execution.Take on complex animation challenges, including character movements, game flow animations, and eye-catching visual effects.Work closely with the Animation Director to refine our animation pipeline and set clear guidelines.Mentor and support our 2D animators, helping them hone their skills.Collaborate with game designers, developers, and artists to create seamless, polished animations.Ensure animations are optimised for smooth gameplay performance.Experiment with new techniques to push the boundaries of what's possible.What We're Looking For Expert-level Spine 2D experience. You'll need to know this inside out. A strong background in 2D animation for games, ideally with 3+ years in the slot industry. A portfolio or showreel that makes us go wow. Experience mentoring animators and guiding animation projects. A solid understanding of how animations integrate into game engines. The ability to troubleshoot and optimise animations for performance. Great collaboration skills. You'll work with developers, designers, and fellow animators. Experience with particle systems, visual effects, and procedural animations is a plus. Knowledge of 3D software is a bonus but not essential.Why Join Playnetic? No micromanagement, just impact. You'll have autonomy in your work and the chance to make a real difference. Remote-first, flexible working. Work where you're most productive. Unlimited holidays. We trust you to take the time you need (minimum 25 days). Growth opportunities. The career path leads to Animation Director for those who want it. We value creativity and innovation. Your ideas matter, and you'll be encouraged to push creative boundaries.The Interview Process Call with our recruiter. An informal chat to get to know each other. Talk with our Animation Director. A deeper dive into your experience. Animation test. Show us what you can do.We're looking for someone to start ASAP, so if this sounds like your kind of challenge, let's talk.What Does Playnetic Do?Established in 2023, Playnetic is a new player in the world of gaming entertainment. We design and build slot games from scratch, from idea to release. Our games will be played in regulated markets globally through industry-leading operators.Our innovative gaming content is centred around our core values: quality gaming, dedicated customer service, and reliable delivery to our partners.We're currently in a phase of growth and will scale considerably over the next 12 months. As a fully remote studio, we understand the importance of staying connected and maintaining team collaboration. We are continually mindful of this as we grow and have the tools and support in place to help us all flourish.Got another two minutes? Watch this video to find out more about Playnetic.