Core Software Engineer, Dailies
About Digital Domain
At Digital Domain, we are developing industry-leading character technology and tools. In works such as Fantastic Four, Supergirl, Avengers, She-Hulk, and Godzilla vs Kong. We have created photorealistic digital actors that have stood alongside real actors. We are looking for software developers to help us further this technology. Our DNA comprises 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 more than three decades. These initiatives are infused into the fabric of the studio’s diverse services and operations.
Role
The Core Software Team at Digital Domain is responsible for core tools and distributed services for use across the facility, including: asset, task, and software management; dailies, render submission, analytics, cross-site data transfer, and core Python libraries. The Core Software Engineer with a Dailies Focus is responsible for the support, design, implementation, and deployment of components of our Dailies System, including a core C++/QT UI, a PostgreSQL database schema, RV integration, and a suite of Python scripts and APIs. The Engineer works closely with fellow team members, artists, and TDs to ensure the software meets the facility's needs. This challenging position requires strong Python and C++ skills, experience with relational databases, and PyQt/Qt ui frameworks, and a willingness to learn new skills.
Core Responsibilities
- Partner with Pipeline and Production Stakeholders to establish and manage development goals.
- Design, build, and roll out Dailies software solutions tailored to production requirements, including the main
media browser (C++/QT), a range of RV plugins, and PyQt-based transcoding workflows and interfaces.
- Oversee the continuous refinement and maintenance of the Dailies database schema.
- Architect, implement, and upgrade Dailies-specific APIs as required.
- Maintain unit, integration, and functional test suites ensuring that the Dailies tool suite runs as intended
- Address production needs by providing support, implementing feature enhancements, and resolving software
defects.
Qualifications
- Educational Background:
o Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or a proven combination of education and experience demonstrating professional problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Experience:
o Minimum of 2-4 years of hands-on experience developing and supporting video playback tooling such as RV, Hiero, or Nuke.
- Programming Skills:
o 3+ years of Python programming experience. o 3+ years of C++ programming experience. o Expertise with the Qt C++ UI framework o 3+ years of PostgreSQL experience including server side PL/SQL programming and schema design, or equivalent experience with other Relational DBs
- Additional Useful Skills:
o Shotgrid/Flow Production Tracking experience. o Playback systems such as NDI, Blackmagic, AJA. o OpenImageIO, OpenColorIO, FFMPEG. o Knowledge of color transforms, color spaces, LUTs, CDL. o Timeline formats: EDL, OpenTimelineIO. o Knowledge of video codecs, file compression, audio codecs. o Advanced streaming video protocols such as WebRTC, RTMP / SRT, MoQ. Work-Life Balance
- This position offers the flexibility of being fully remote. However, you need to reside full-time in British
Columbia. For those who prefer an in-office environment, we have locations in Vancouver 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.
- Standard work hours range from 40 to 50 hours per week. While there may be occasional requirements for
additional hours in the evenings or on weekends to perform maintenance outside of production hours, these instances are typically planned during scheduled downtime. 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: $60,000 annually to $130,000 annually. The posted range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the state of California and the provinces of British Columbia and 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 California or the provinces of British Columbia and 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.