Head of Pipeline
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
Head of Pipeline
Industrial Brothers is looking for a Head of Pipeline to lead the future of our animation production tools and workflows. If youre a hands-on senior Pipeline TD who loves building smart solutions guiding teams and shaping the bigger picture of how productions get made. This is your chance to make a real impact.
What Youll Do
- Lead by doing: Design build and maintain custom software tools while mentoring a small team of Pipeline TDs.
- Set the vision: Drive the roadmap for pipeline software development balancing open-source innovation (Ynput/Ayon Blender/Krita) with custom solutions.
- Collaborate across the floor: Work hand-in-hand with IT CG Production and artists to solve problems and streamline workflows.
- Guide & oversee: Support show-specific TDs ensuring standards are met and tools are reusable across productions.
- Innovate boldly: Prototype emerging technologies (USD real-time engines third-party tools) and recommend the best fit for the studio
- Communicate clearly: Share updates challenges and solutions with stakeholders at all levels from artists to executive management.
What You Bring
- Excellent communicator who can bridge tech and creative teams.
- Proven experience developing tools for Maya Houdini Nuke Substance ShotGrid and Deadline.
- Advanced Python (PySide/PyQt) and strong Git version control skills.
- Web development know-how (Django/SQL) and bonus points for C and USD libraries.
- Familiarity with Unreal or Unity is a plus.
- Calm pragmatic problem-solver with a collaborative mindset.
Experience
- Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience building pipeline tools for animation or VFX with 7 years preferred.
- 3 years in a lead or supervisory role mentoring Pipeline TDs.
- Prior experience as a Pipeline Supervisor or Head of Pipeline is a strong asset.
- Background in animation series production pipelines is highly valued.
Why Industrial Brothers
Were a Toronto-based studio known for pushing boundaries in animated storytelling. At IB youll have the freedom to experiment innovate and directly shape how productions are made. Youll join a collaborative passionate team and lead a pipeline department where your technical vision sets the stage for creativity.
Apply now and help us build the next generation of animation production tools. Applicants must have a valid CAVCO number. Preference given to candidates based in Ontario but open to qualified applicants across Canada.
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