MID/Senior Pipeline Developer

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the schedule and production quotas communicated by the coordinator.
• Attend R&D meetings.
• Work with supervisors from each department (CG, modeling, texturing, rendering) to define parameters and needs related to processing.
• Complete tasks within the time assigned by production and the R&D Director.
• Implement the corrections requested by the R&D Director with analytical skills.
• Maintain the tracking system and communicate about work in progress.
• After gaining experience, develop tools, approved by the Head of CG Supervisor and the R&D Director.
• Provide R&D support for the Studio.
• Report work progress to coordination, the Head of CG, and the R&D Director.
• Adhere to the production time and quotas set by the coordination team.
• Execute corrections requested by the Supervisor and the Director while demonstrating an analytical mindset.
• Organize tasks and prepare presentation materials for approval.
• Communicate and seek information when necessary.
• Maintain a strong team dynamic.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of the complete workflow of an animation pipeline.
• Previous work experience in a production.
• Experience working with at least one animation software.
• Knowledge of version management in a complex repository.
• Knowledge of animation databases (e.g., ShotGrid).
• Tool creation.
• Maintenance of existing tools.
• Python programming. Required: Experience with OOP and development of GUIs. Optional: Knowledge of design patterns and testing.
• Control versioning. Experience working with Git or similar software for version control.
• Database management. Experience working with standard VFX databases such as Flow(shotgrid)
• 3D softwares. Use of APIs of 3D software such as Maya, Houdini or Nuke for developing tools for artists or automatizing processes across multiple departments.
• Management of renderfarms with Deadline or similar softwares
• Clear understanding of all stages of a 3D animated production.

SoftSkills:

• Accepting feedback positively.
• Teamwork.
• Organizational skills at an individual level.
• Self-confidence.
• Responsibility.
• Proactive and recommends improvements to current workflows to increase productivity.
• Multitasking ability.
• Dynamic: Able to complete tasks quickly and on time by managing and prioritizing tasks in a frequently changing environment.
• Effective communication with the rest of the team, artists, and production.
• Contribute ideas for development to improve the department.
• Assist colleagues with less experience.
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Creativity in approaching tasks.
• Self-discipline.
• Time management: Ability to set development timelines and ensure they are met.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to work on renowned animation projects.
• A creative, dynamic, and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and technical development.
• Flexible working hours (Intensive schedule: 07:30 AM - 3:00 PM).