Pipeline Developer (Houdini)

WildBrain Studiosislooking for aPipeline Developerto join our team!

This position is part of our growing Pipeline team who are responsible for developing and advancing our software tools and processes in collaboration with production to bring our projects to the next level. We are specifically looking for Developers with experience in Houdini and/or Gaffer with familiarity with FX CFX or Grooms.

This opportunity is required to be located within BC and is a permanent role.

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What Youll Do:

• Tool Development: Work closely with key stakeholders to design and develop tools workflows and processes to meet production and strategic technology needs.
• Deployment:Test and release high quality code to production using git and our build systems.
• Support:Triage production issues; identify reproduce and resolve bugs / workflow errors. Collaborate with stakeholders and Artists to iterate and improve tools and processes.
• Document: Create and update documentation and provide training for stakeholders on new tools and processes.
• Collaborate:Actively engage with stakeholders and peers to improve existing systems and meet the global direction.

What Youll Bring:

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience
• Experience with Houdini and/or Gaffer
• Familiarity with FX Grooms or CFX workflows and tools
• Experience developing and delivering software in a professional environment
• Experience with Python C or other object-oriented programming language
• Experience with Git or other revision control system
• Experience with databases
• Experience with Windows and Linux

Nice to Have:

• Experience developing for Animation or other creative industries and their DCC applications & APIs
• Knowledge of networking and performance optimization

Pay Range: $75000 - $125000 CAD per year

Candidates are paid within the range posted but their exact pay will vary based on the level responsibilities and expectations of the role. We also take into consideration the experience and skills that individual brings with consideration of our internal equity.

We make sure to take care of all our hard-working Wild Brains by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace culture that values our employees wellbeing. Our staff enjoy RRSP matching multi-tiered benefits so you can pick the coverage thats best for you free mental health resources and additional perks like regular events to connect our teams virtually and in-person.

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WildBrain Studio provides an atmosphere free from barriers to promote inclusion equity and diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to this by providing a supportive work environment and a culture that welcomes and encourages equal opportunities for all employees. WildBrain Studio also accommodates people with disabilities throughout the selection process. Should you require accommodation please let us know your requirements when contacted.