Software engineer
- Location
- San Francisco
- Type
- Full time
- Compensation
- $150k-$200k
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Join a team building useful software. Work closely with engineering and design to turn new ideas into products.
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Why work at Higgsfield AI?
Higgsfield AI is the fastest-scaling generative AI company in history, hitting $1B in annual revenue run rate, 40M+ users worldwide, 6M+ generations per day, and powering 430 of Fortune 500 brands.
We’re building at the absolute frontier of AI-powered video creation and next-generation creative tools. Joining Higgsfield means becoming part of a high-impact team shaping the future of AI-native experiences, at a company that isn’t just moving fast, but rewriting what fast looks like.
What you’ll do
Create shots and scenes for animated and cinematic AI-driven productions using generative video tools
Bring characters to life through acting, emotion, timing, and body language
Keep characters on model and fix what breaks: unnatural motion, inconsistencies, timing issues
Combine AI generation with traditional animation and compositing where needed
Take notes from the creative director with fast turnaround
Help define new AI-integrated animation workflows
What we’re looking for
2+ years of professional experience in animation (2D or 3D) or a degree in animation. A strong showreel matters more than your CV
Solid grasp of animation principles: timing, spacing, weight, arcs, and appeal
Understanding of anatomy and physical motion, with a trained eye for what feels right and what feels off
Experience with 2D or 3D animation software
Drawing, editing, or compositing skills are a plus
Experience with AI video tools is a plus. Openness matters more than expertise
What we offer
Cutting-edge projects at the intersection of film, animation, and GenAI
High creative ownership and a fast team without bureaucracy
Competitive compensation