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Animator

Luka (dba Replika)

Luka (dba Replika)

Software Engineering
Posted on Apr 5, 2025
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Animator

Company: Replika
Location: Remote (CET 17-19 are key hours for European/SF team overlap)
Job Type: Full-time

About Replika

Replika is hands down one of the most exciting forces in AI and tech today. Think: 4,000+ feature articles in the past year, TED Talks with our founder, studies from Stanford and Harvard, Lex Fridman podcast inclusion, and a Quartz founder story. We’re the only empathetic AI out there, making sure all 35M+ users feel seen, heard, and understood—whatever that means for them. So yes, we’re a bit like a future Samantha from Her, but even more powerful and in the palm of your hand. And most importantly, Replika cares for you.
Since 2016, we’ve been redefining conversational AI across iOS, Android, web, and VR. Our AI companions take many forms—holograms, AR/VR avatars, even robots. The ultimate AI life assistant, mentor, therapist, friend. Whatever you need, really, Replika is there for you. Right now, we’re rebranding with one of the world’s top design agencies, scaling our global team, and pushing human-AI connection further than ever. We’re the humanists in AI. And we’re making sure it’s done right.

What you'll do

Create lifelike facial animations that capture realistic emotions and expressions.
Rig characters for animation, ensuring smooth and natural movement.
Optimize animations for real-time applications.

Technical skills

Proficiency in Maya for animation and rigging.
Experience with Unity.
Strong understanding of facial animation techniques and pipelines.
If you’re looking for a challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Send us your portfolio!

Nice to have

Interest in AI.
Passion for storytelling through character animation.

What we offer

Competitive salary based on your experience and skill set
Opportunity to build an AI product that deeply impacts users
Expect to work some European hours, as the team is in Europe. Potential visa support is available
Global offsite meetings, including gatherings in San Francisco

Work at Replika

At Replika, growth isn’t a maybe—it’s built in. Do the work. Deliver. One great project could double your salary. Seriously. Who do we think we are? Replika. We move fast. Very. Join us at the forefront of emotional AI.
Don’t see a role that fits? Good news — we operate on an open-door basis. Think you’ve got something to offer? We’re always eager to collaborate with top-tier talent and co-create.

How to apply:

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Shoot your shot. Email CEO Dmytro Klochko directly at ceo@replika.com or t.me/dddantee with REPLIKA — [Job Title] in the subject.
Include your LinkedIn, portfolio, and anything else that can help you get the job.
Don’t see the right role? Send your CV anyway—we’re always hiring the best.

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