Senior 2D Animator
HuntressSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Robotics, Marketing, BiotechnologyIndustries
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience level is required for this Digital Marketing Animator role?
The role requires 5+ years of professional experience in digital animation, ideally in tech, robotics, gaming, or product-centric environments, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Computer Graphics, Digital Media, or related field (or equivalent experience).
What software tools must I be proficient in for this position?
Proficiency in tools such as Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, or equivalent is required, with familiarity in Unity, Unreal Engine, or ROS-based visualizers being a strong advantage.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What kind of portfolio makes a strong candidate for this role?
A strong portfolio should showcase both character and mechanical animation, with robotic or procedural animation being a big plus.
What teams will I collaborate with in this role?
You’ll collaborate closely with Marketing, Engineering, and Product teams, as well as the Creative Director and Product Marketing.
Boston Dynamics
Develops advanced robots for industrial applications
About Boston Dynamics
Boston Dynamics creates advanced robots that enhance human capabilities and safety, focusing on legged robots with high mobility, dexterity, and intelligence. Their flagship products, Spot and Pick, are designed for commercial, industrial, and research applications, performing tasks that are dangerous or physically demanding for humans. Spot, for example, is a 65-pound robot that can navigate complex terrains and avoid obstacles autonomously using built-in AI. Unlike many competitors, Boston Dynamics emphasizes responsible use of their robots, limiting sales to commercial and research clients and ensuring high-quality standards through domestic manufacturing. The company's goal is to improve safety and efficiency across various industries while exploring future consumer applications.
Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1992Year Founded
$38.8MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Risks
Competition from affordable Chinese robotics could pressure market share and pricing.
Layoffs indicate potential financial or strategic challenges impacting future innovation.
Collaboration with multiple stakeholders may lead to strategic misalignments.
Differentiation
Boston Dynamics excels in creating robots with advanced mobility and dexterity.
Their robots are designed for unstructured environments, enhancing workplace safety and efficiency.
Spot and Atlas are pioneering robots in digital transformation and mobile manipulation.
Upsides
Collaboration with Toyota and Hyundai boosts AI-powered humanoid robot development.
Patent resolution with Ghost Robotics opens collaboration on robotics policy and technology.
AI advancements in Atlas position Boston Dynamics as a humanoid robot market leader.
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