Sr Core Software Engineer

Publishing Project Manager

Here at LAIKA, we walk a different path. We value bravery, innovation, community, and storytelling, and those priorities help shape our films and our studio culture. Everyone has a story to tell, and we want to hear yours.

Work With Us

Location: Hillsboro, OR

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Our program offers interns the opportunity to gain valuable experience and training by working in collaboration with LAIKA's skilled professionals.

Applications for Summer 2025 Internships have closed. Please check back early next year for information about Summer 2026 Internship applications.

Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Inclusive, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (option for 100% employer-paid premiums), complemented by additional cancer, diabetes management, and family-forming/fertility programs.

Financial Wellness: A competitive 401(k) plan with immediately vested company match (50% on the first 6% of contributions). Employer-paid access to legal and financial planning experts and assisted tax filing.

On-Site Services: On-site services include primary and mental health care, labs, nutrition counseling, yoga, massage, physical therapy, acupuncture, gym, and a fully subsidized coffee shop.

Career Development: An educational and career development program that invests in the continued professional growth of employees. Udemy Business memberships and regular on-site and virtual learning opportunities.

Community: Regular events foster connection, team building, and community in inclusive social settings. A matching program supports employee donations of PTO, financial gifts, and volunteer hours to nonprofits.

Spotlight

Isabela Dos Santos: Handmade mediums are Isabela's jam. Learn more about her life as a Senior Puppet Coordinator at LAIKA.

Madeleine Arana: Her role is part doctor, part stylist to the stars—but the celebrity clients are puppets.

Kristian Larsen: Kristian Larsen shares his unique journey bringing puppets to life as a stop-motion animator.

Marilyn Escobar: Junior Recruiter Marilyn loves matching talented individuals with roles where they can shine.

Leon Hodge: Leon discusses how his work as a CG lighter helps propel the narrative of the story forward.

Katelyn Schiesser: As Senior Network Engineer, Katelyn balances planning and precision with creativity and collaboration.

Jacqueline Aleson-O'Farrell: Jacqueline followed a unique path to her current role as a Technology Engagement and Development Lead.

Our Studios

LAIKA Studios in Los Angeles: Live action films and series studio

LAIKA in Portland: Flagship animation studio

Explore our history as a studio, the partners we work with, and life at LAIKA