AI Software Engineer, Rapid Development
About Digital Domain
Our DNA is comprised of equal parts innovation, technology, and storytelling. That philosophy has driven the creation of stunning visuals for hundreds of features, commercials, episodic and streaming programs, music videos, and mixed-reality projects. The company has been at the forefront of research, development, and innovation for over three decades. These initiatives are infused into the fabric of the studio’s diverse services and operations. We are developing industry-leading character technology and tools. In films such as Avengers: Infinity War & End Game, Spider-man: No Way Home, and She-Hulk. We have created photo-realistic digital actors that have stood alongside real actors. We are looking for software developers to help us further this technology.
Purpose of the job
The Rapid Development Team at Digital Domain is responsible for researching and developing technology and workflows that will allow our artists to work faster using the newest AI and Machine learning techniques. You will work closely with the Head of Research and the Rapid Dev Team, in collaboration with technical artists and supervisors to pursue important areas of research to quickly prove out various workflows that improve the capabilities of Digital Domain in visual effects and new media projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform cutting-edge research with a focus on machine learning.
- Rapidly develop proofs of concept for new technologies as they surface for potential integration into DD’s
production workflow.
- Comfortable working with cutting edge techniques for building and fine tuning agents and agentic workflows.
- Must be comfortable experimenting with a large variety of VFX-related technology and workflows.
- Comfortable working on several projects of shorter duration in a given year.
- Communicate and document tests, conclusions, and progress in the investigation.
- Keep abreast of the latest technology. The AI and computer graphics communities are changing rapidly, and we
expect our developers to learn continuously.
Qualifications
- Experience:
o At least 4 years of experience in machine learning-based software development.
- Educational Background:
o Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Math, Physics, Engineering, or a related field, or a proven combination of education and experience demonstrating professional problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Technical Expertise:
o A solid foundation in machine learning. o Understanding of diffusion processes such as image diffusion. o Understanding of transformer based architectures used by modern LLMs. o Understanding of AI agents and their potential. o Familiarity of 3d applications used for content creation such as Maya, Blender or Houdini and their APIs.
- Problem-Solving:
o Organized, proactive, and can work well on a team. Interdisciplinary and creative thinking.
- Programming Skills:
o Adept in Python and experience with one or more APIs: numpy, pytorch/tensorflow, scikit-learn.
- Nice to haves:
o Experience in Visual Effects R&D. o Experience in volumetrics (NeRFs, Gaussian Splatting, etc) is desirable. o Experience with Realtime applications such as Unreal and Omniverse is desirable. Work-Life Balance
- This position offers the flexibility of being fully remote. However, you need to reside full-time in either British
Columbia or Quebec. For those who prefer an in-office environment, we have a location in Montreal and can accommodate those preferences.
- At Digital Domain, we prioritize the well-being of our software engineers and believe in maintaining a healthy work-
life balance. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. Digital Domain 3.0, Inc management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs. Compensation Range: $52,000 annually to $175,000 annually. The posted range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the province of Quebec. The range is posted in accordance with applicable law. The range for this same position may be lower or higher in markets outside of Quebec. Offered base pay is contingent on internal equity, as well as the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. As an equal employment opportunity employer, Digital Domain commits to a work environment free from unlawful discrimination where all employees are treated equally with dignity, respect and on the basis of individual experience and potential, without regard to any personal classifications protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of DD's values as a company. Our goal is to increase the attraction, retention, and advancement of women, persons of color, indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, individuals who identify as LGBTQ2S and all under-represented groups in skilled occupations within the entertainment and technology sectors. Building a diverse and inclusive workplace is critical to the success of our business and the well-being of our people. It drives innovation, new ideas, and most importantly, a safe and collaborative environment for you. We invite you to join us on this journey to help us better represent the world we live in, at the places we work, and to create a space where each individual feels comfortable bringing their whole self to work.