Who We Are

Left Field Labs is the creative technology agency that builds what’s next. We partner with the world’s most ambitious brands to transform breakthrough technology into extraordinary human experiences. Since 2008, we’ve delivered end-to-end digital transformation services—from strategy to platform development to immersive experiences—for the biggest companies in the world, including Google, Amazon, and Meta.

What We Do

• Digital Experience: We architect seamless digital ecosystems that simplify complexity and drive measurable impact. Whether launching new platforms or evolving legacy systems, we strike the perfect balance between innovation and pragmatism
• Product Innovation: We build scalable platforms and products in lockstep with organizations, identifying and seizing new technology opportunities.
• Immersive: We create immersive, cross-media experiences that move beyond omnichannel thinking, blending digital, social, AI, and physical spaces to engage and delight.
• Applied AI: We transform AI from a tech tool to the infrastructure for business evolution—enhancing decision-making, unlocking new efficiencies, and expanding human capacity  Our AI solutions power predictive intelligence, sharper decision-making, and game-changing innovation.

Who We Are Seeking

Left Field Labs is seeking a talented Software Developer, Frontend Animator to join our team. This role is part right brain, part left brain, a bridge between ideas and technology. You'll work on innovative solutions that are technology-based, combining creative ideas with technical execution. As a senior member of our team, you will lead projects, mentor junior technologists, and push the boundaries of what's possible.

What You’ll Do 

• Collaborate with developers, designers, producers, and strategists to deliver world class  responsive and accessible websites
• Leverage the latest web animation tools and techniques to bring motion comps to life
• Work hand-in-hand with the design team to find creative solutions to our client's needs
• Rapidly develop and iterate prototypes to drive creativity and help convey concepts with tangible demonstrations.

What You’ll Need to be Successful 

• At least 8 years of experience building web-based applications.
• Ability to transform high-fidelity motion mockups into responsive and optimized web experiences.
• A strong portfolio showcasing complex animations and interactive web projects.
• Deep understanding of HTML5, CSS3, Javascript, Typescript, and advanced animation techniques (e.g., GreenSock, WebGL).
• Experience with 2D and 3D JavaScript frameworks like PIXI.js and ThreeJS
• Advanced experience working directly within the HTML Canvas API for custom rendering and effects.
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular).
• Strong knowledge of user-centered design methods, information architecture, usability, and interaction design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with direct client interaction and technical project leadership.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $75.00-$100.00. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Culver City, California. This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Equal Opportunities

Left Field Labs is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance relating to an applicant's criminal history (LAMC 189.00). Left Field Labs makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled team members.

Left Field Labs is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.