Software Developer, Performance

Description

Position at DNEG

At BRAHMA IA, we are building a team to push the boundaries of Creatures technology in Visual Effects and Feature Animation. Together with our artists, we are shaping a vision for the future of digital Creatures and defining the development that will turn that vision into reality.

You will be a fundamental part of a multidisciplinary team working on frameworks, engines, tools, and pipelines for creature animation rigs, simulation, animation, crowds, and motion-capture. We will work with you to ensure your skills and competencies are fully utilized, contributing meaningfully to our long-term vision while aligning with your personal interests and ambitions.

As a Software Developer in the Creature Performance team, you will participate in the development of technologies that deliver new and improved deformers, kinematics, solvers, and frameworks for rigging, Creature FX, crowds, and animation. You will collaborate closely with peers to ensure these technologies integrate seamlessly, delivering a consistent ecosystem and an excellent user experience for artists.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about digital Creatures technology, proficient in C++, and capable of applying and expanding their knowledge of algorithms to improve performance and visual quality.

In addition to strong technical skills and initiative, your ability to communicate effectively between technical developers, non-technical artists, and end users will help you thrive in this role. We value a technically creative mindset and are seeking individuals who are eager to bring their own ideas and solutions to the table.

We follow Agile development methodologies, and you will work closely with Product Owners and Stakeholders to understand artist needs and deliver tailored software solutions. You will have influence across the full software development life cycle, including design, implementation, maintenance, and integration into existing pipelines.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Product Development team at BRAHMA IA, contributing to the technology behind exceptional VFX and Feature Animation work, while collaborating with talented, creative, and versatile technologists and artists.

Must have

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
• Programming experience in C++
• Some experience in areas such as geometry processing, deformable objects, or kinematics
• Experience developing plug-ins using the Maya or Houdini SDK

Nice to have

• Experience with Python development
• Experience developing scripts for Maya or Houdini
• Experience building solutions for crowds, rigging, CFX, animation, or motion-capture
• GPU programming experience

Equal Opportunities Statement

We believe exceptional work is built by diverse, inclusive, and collaborative teams. BRAHMA IA is committed to fostering an environment where individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can thrive, working together at the forefront of creative and technical innovation.

About Us We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!