Overview

Grip Studios is looking for a Technical Animator to drive the integration and functionality of animation systems in our projects. You’ll work closely with Animators, Tech Art, and Engineering to create efficient, high-quality character and creature animations that enhance gameplay. From advanced character rigs and animation blueprints to procedural systems like IK and physics, your work will ensure smooth, responsive, and immersive animation experiences in our games.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in technical animation for AAA/AA games.
• Proficiency in Maya (and Motion Builder) software for rigging and animation.
• Good working knowledge of relevant Maya plugins and tools (Advanced skeleton, ngSkinTools).
• Expertise in Unreal Engine 5, including Control Rig, animation Blueprints, and state machines.
• Strong understanding of rigging, procedural animation, and physics-based animation systems.
• Experience with IK, motion warping, and runtime animation adjustments.
• Python or Blueprint scripting experience for animation pipeline automation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a keen eye for animation quality and performance.
• Portfolio demonstrating rigged characters and real-time animation systems in Unreal Engine.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Maya rigs for bipeds, quadrupeds and creatures with multiple legs.
• Develop and maintain animation Blueprints, blend spaces, state machines, and Control Rigs in Unreal Engine 5.
• Work with MetaHuman and custom rigs for character and creature animation.
• Implement procedural animation solutions, including IK, Look-At, real-time physics, and foot placement systems.
• Integrate physics-based animation (ragdolls, cloth, Chaos Physics) for realistic movement.
• Optimize animation assets and debug animation-related performance issues.
• Collaborate with Tech Art and Engineering to develop scalable animation systems.
• Ensure animation fidelity and fluidity while maintaining real-time performance.
• Work with animators to streamline workflows and improve animation pipelines.
• Provide technical support and documentation for animation systems and best practices.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours – because great games need great work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge tech and tools for testing.
• A chance to work with gaming industry veterans and passionate teams.
• Opportunities for growth – we support learning, upskilling, and career progression.

Help us launch our next co-development game and build a thriving player community

GRIP Studios is a collaborative game development studio focused on creating immersive, player-first experiences. We work closely with partners to bring exciting projects to life and community is at the heart of everything we do.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a Community Manager to support the release of one of our upcoming co-development titles and manage content and communication across our social platforms. You will be the voice of our game community by engaging players, crafting compelling content, and shaping how we communicate with our audience across social platforms. You’ll work closely with our development, marketing, and social content teams to create meaningful interactions and drive active, positive community growth.

What You’ll Do

Community Engagement & Support

• Build strong relationships with players on major platforms (Discord, Reddit, Instagram, etc.)
• Moderation: handle toxic behavior, enforce rules, keep discussions productive
• Collect user feedback and share insights with internal teams to help guide development and communication strategy and report it to the dev team

Content Creation & Communication

• Develop daily/weekly content tailored to each platform (posts, stories, short-form video, memes, announcements)
• Collaborate with designers and developers to transform announcements into shareable content
• Write and publish community newsletters, patch notes summaries, and development updates
• Communicate updates: patches, events, dev news, known issues
• Crisis comms: deal with backlash, bugs, downtime, controversies

Release & Launch Support

• Plan and execute community activities leading up to game release (AMA sessions, livestreams, contests)
• Coordinate with partners on co-development messaging and promotional campaigns
• Track community sentiment and address issues during launch spikes

Analytics & Reporting

• Track key metrics (engagement, sentiment, reach, growth)
• Prepare weekly and monthly community performance reports
• Propose adjustments based on data to improve engagement and retention

Requirements

• 2+ years experience in community management - preferably in gaming
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proven ability to create on-brand and engaging social media content
• Familiarity with major social platforms, community tools (Discord), and content scheduling tools
• Strong understanding of gaming audiences, trends, fandom culture, and player behavior
• Passionate about video games and player experience
• Creative storyteller with a knack for connecting with diverse audiences
• Empathetic moderator who can balance community needs and company goals
• Organized, proactive, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

• Experience with analytics dashboards and social media reporting
• Basic graphic design or video editing skills (Canva, Premiere, After Effects)
• Previous exposure to co-development or collaborative project workflows

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours – because great games need great work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge tech and tools for testing.
• A chance to work with gaming industry veterans and passionate teams.
• Opportunities for growth – we support learning, upskilling, and career progression.

🌐 Join Our Team as a Networking Programmer! 🚀

Are you passionate about creating seamless online multiplayer experiences? Do you thrive on the challenge of building robust networking systems that connect players from around the globe? We're looking for a skilled Networking Programmer to join our team and help us deliver unforgettable multiplayer gaming adventures!

Why Us?

• Multiplayer Mastery: Dive into exciting projects where you'll shape the multiplayer experience from the ground up.
• Collaborative Community: Work alongside talented individuals who are dedicated to creating unforgettable multiplayer experiences.
• Continuous Development: Opportunities for growth and learning as you tackle new challenges in networking technology.

What You'll Do:

• Design and implement networking systems to support multiplayer gameplay, including client-server architecture, matchmaking, and network optimization.
• Collaborate with game designers and engineers to integrate networking features seamlessly into gameplay mechanics.
• Ensure security and stability of networked systems, protecting against cheating and exploits.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest networking technologies and industry trends to keep our games ahead of the curve.

What You Must Bring:

• Proficiency in network programming languages such as C++ and experience with network protocols like TCP/IP and UDP.
• Strong understanding of multiplayer game architecture, including client-server and peer-to-peer models.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Passion for gaming and a desire to deliver unforgettable multiplayer experiences to players worldwide.

Join Our Quest!

If you're ready to connect players across the globe and elevate multiplayer gaming to new heights, we want you on our team! Apply now to become our next Networking Programmer and embark on an exciting journey of innovation and collaboration.

Forge connections, and build communities – join us in shaping the future of multiplayer gaming! 🌐✨

🚀 Join Our Team as a Rendering Programmer! 🎮

Are you passionate about game development and eager to dive into crafting AAA games? If so, we want YOU to join our dynamic team at Grip Studios, with opportunities in Prague, Brno, and Bratislava!

Why Join Us?

• Cutting-Edge Projects: Collaborate on in-house titles and co-develop with globally renowned studios, pushing the boundaries of gaming innovation.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a skilled and passionate team driving the future of gaming.
• Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience with advanced optimization techniques and the latest technologies in Unreal Engine.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure the project maintains an optimal balance between performance and visual quality throughout development, from initial concepts to final release.
• Work closely with the development team to identify and implement optimization solutions for rendering, performance and memory usage, both for high-end and lower-end hardware platforms.
• Use Unreal Engine's profiling tools to identify bottlenecks and troubleshoot rendering and performance issues across different hardware configurations.

What You Must Bring:

• Proficiency in C++ programming with experience in Unreal Engine and a focus on Rendering techniques, optimizations, profiling or Tech Art.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a performance-oriented mindset. Comfort navigating large codebases and working in a team environment. 
• Solid understanding of memory management, CPU/GPU performance profiling and debugging tools.
• Effective communication skills and proficiency in English for our international projects. 
• Passion for game development and creating exceptional player experiences. 

Join Our Quest!

If you're ready to level up your career and make your mark in the gaming industry, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as a Rendering Programmer and embark on an exciting journey of creativity and innovation.

Don't just play games – create them! Apply today! 🎮✨

Data Protection Notice (GDPR)
By submitting your application, you consent to GRIP Studios processing and storing your personal data for the purpose of recruitment and potential future roles. Your information will be kept securely and only for as long as necessary to complete the hiring process, or for up to one year to consider you for other opportunities that match your skills and interests.

You can request access to, correction, or deletion of your data at any time by contacting info@grip-studios.com.

🚀 Join Our Team as a Systems Programmer! 🎮

Are you passionate about game development and eager to dive into crafting AAA games? If so, we want YOU to join our dynamic team at Grip Studios, with opportunities in Prague, Brno, and Bratislava!

Why Join Us?

• Cutting-Edge Projects: Collaborate on in-house titles and co-develop with globally renowned studios, pushing the boundaries of gaming innovation.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a skilled and passionate team driving the future of gaming.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for ongoing learning and development to expand your Unreal Engine expertise.

What You'll Do:

• Development of internal projects as well as co-development on AAA titles on multiple platforms using latest Unreal Engine technologies.
• Development of various engine systems in the field of Rendering, Networking, Physics, Tools, LiveOps and similar.
• Use Unreal Engine's tools to identify bottlenecks and troubleshoot issues across different hardware configurations.

What You Must Bring:

• Proficiency in C++ programming with experience in Unreal Engine.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a performance-oriented mindset. Comfort navigating large codebases and working in a team environment. 
• Solid understanding of memory management, CPU/GPU performance profiling and debugging tools as well as architecture principles for building robust systems.
• Effective communication skills and proficiency in English for our international projects. 
• Passion for game development and creating exceptional player experiences. 

Join Our Quest!

If you're ready to level up your career and make your mark in the gaming industry, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as a Systems Programmer and embark on an exciting journey of creativity and innovation.

Don't just play games – create them! Apply today! 🎮✨

Data Protection Notice (GDPR)
By submitting your application, you consent to GRIP Studios processing and storing your personal data for the purpose of recruitment and potential future roles. Your information will be kept securely and only for as long as necessary to complete the hiring process, or for up to one year to consider you for other opportunities that match your skills and interests.

You can request access to, correction, or deletion of your data at any time by contacting info@grip-studios.com.

Join our awesome team and help bring amazing game projects to life!

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced producer  to join our Production Team to take ownership, slot into our workflow quickly, and drive a feature area with confidence on a newly acquired AAA project. You'll be collaborating with one of the biggest game studios and publishers. You will become one of our POD  leaders (cross-disciplinary team, taking care of a major part of our game), ensuring a smooth process of creating a piece of the game you will be responsible and accountable for.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of a feature area and the cross-disciplinary team working on it
• Plan Feature work with respect and alignment of other Features
• Be point of contact for anything related to your Features, you will be expected to have deep overview of your Features, and high level overview of the full game
• Contributing to the general roadmap across all Features and departments (setting deliverables and expectations)
• Use tracking tools to forecast sprints and milestone completion.
• Facilitate clear communication and information flow to all stakeholders
• Identify process gaps, resolve issues, and work proactively to prevent future blockers.
• Ensure the game or feature is fun
• Regularly report progress and updates to stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for games and the gaming industry.
• Strong experience as a Producer or Senior Producer in game development with track record of driving features or projects through full development cycles (AAA experience highly valued)
• Someone who is self-directed, dependable, comfortable and reliable operating with autonomy.
• Shipping game projects from start to finish is a  plus
• Strong communication and organizational skills with a proactive mindset.
• Solid project management abilities – a people-first approach, time management, and task prioritization.
• Familiarity with project management tools - JIRA, CONFLUENCE
• Flexibility to accommodate time zone differences
• English proficiency is a MUST (B2 minimum) – for clear communication with our clients. Czech is not required.

What You’ll Get

• Opportunity to work on AAA project
• Learn from a very skilled team, who have shipped multiple worldwide known titles
• A chill, no-assholes company culture.
• Flexible hours and hybrid work options – aside from a mandatory meeting, you manage your time.

Location:

Prague (with hybrid options)

If you’re excited about games, team collaboration, and making awesome things happen, we’d love to hear from you!

Data Protection Notice (GDPR)
By submitting your application, you consent to GRIP Studios processing and storing your personal data for the purpose of recruitment and potential future roles. Your information will be kept securely and only for as long as necessary to complete the hiring process, or for up to one year to consider you for other opportunities that match your skills and interests.

You can request access to, correction, or deletion of your data at any time by contacting info@grip-studios.com.

Love Finding Bugs? Join Us as a QA Tester! 🎮

Do you enjoy breaking games in the best way possible? 🐛 Are you passionate about quality and making sure players get the smoothest experience? If you’re into gaming, love problem-solving, and have a sharp eye for detail, we want you on our team! 🚀

What You’ll Be Doing

• Testing game features across multiple platforms (PC, consoles, mobile).
• Identifying, reproducing, and reporting bugs using bug-tracking tools (e.g., YouTrack, Jira).
• Writing clear and detailed bug reports, ensuring issues are well-documented.
• Creating and executing structured test plans to verify game stability and performance.
• Collaborating with developers, designers, and artists to maintain high-quality standards.
• Suggesting and improving testing strategies and workflows.
• (Optional) Assisting in test automation or scripting.

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ year of experience in game functional QA testing.
• Passion for gaming and an understanding of game development processes.
• Experience with test case creation and execution for various game types.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to recognize, reproduce, and clearly document bugs.
• Comfortable communicating in English (written and spoken).
• Basic technical knowledge of PC and console hardware/software.
• Team player mindset – able to work independently and collaborate effectively.

Nice to Have but not required

• Familiarity with game engine-specific debugging tools.
• Previous work on compliance testing is a big plus.
• Basic scripting or coding skills for automation (e.g., Python, C#).
• Experience with performance testing or compatibility testing across different devices. Working with consoles is a plus.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours – because great games need great work-life balance.
• Unlimited paid time off – we trust you to manage your time.
• Access to cutting-edge tech and tools for testing.
• A chance to work with gaming industry veterans and passionate teams.
• Opportunities for growth – we support learning, upskilling, and career progression.

Ready to Lead QA Across Our Studio? Join Us! 🕹️

Do you want to shape the quality of every game we make? 🎮 As our QA Manager, you’ll lead and grow the studio QA team, define processes, and make sure every project meets the highest standards. If mentoring, strategy, and making an impact excite you, this role is for you! 🚀

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build, grow, and maintain the studio-wide QA team.
• Lead performance reviews and support professional development of QA staff.
• Oversee and align the overall studio QA budget.
• Contribute to QA hiring strategy and capacity planning for projects.
• Assist in estimating QA work for internal projects and RFP responses
• Define and drive studio QA strategy, including tools, processes, and best practices.
• Provide QA perspective in discussions on Builds, CI/CD, and Pipelines.
• Ensure QA standards and processes are consistent across multiple projects.
  

  What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in QA within game development.
• Proven experience in a QA manager or leadership role.
• Hands-on knowledge of PS/Xbox development and certification processes.
• Expertise in JIRA or YouTrack, including test case management and integration with test suites.
• Ability to drive studio-wide QA initiatives and influence cross-project decisions.
  

  What We Offer

• Flexible working hours – because great games need great work-life balance.
• Flexible paid time off – we trust you to manage your time.
• Access to cutting-edge tech and tools for testing.
• A chance to work with gaming industry veterans and passionate teams.
• Opportunities for growth – we support learning, upskilling, and career progression.