CG Pipeline Technical Director

We are looking for a skilled and experienced CG Pipeline Technical Director (TD) to join our development team for the VectorField Platform.

As a CG Pipeline TD, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the technical infrastructure for our VFX production pipeline.
You will work closely with artists, developers, and production teams to ensure smooth and efficient workflows, automate processes, and optimize productivity.

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‍Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, write code and maintain the pipeline architecture for our animation and VFX projects, including asset management, shot tracking, rendering, and data distribution systems.
  Collaborate with artists, developers, and production teams to identify workflow inefficiencies and implement solutions to streamline production processes.
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• Develop tools and scripts to automate repetitive tasks, improve workflow efficiency, and enforce production standards.
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• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to artists and production teams to resolve pipeline-related issues in a timely manner.
  Integrate proprietary and third-party software solutions into the pipeline infrastructure, working closely with software developers to ensure compatibility and reliability.
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• Ensure the security, scalability, and reliability of the pipeline infrastructure, including data backups, version control, and access controls.
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• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in CG pipeline development, VFX software, and hardware technologies.
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• Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to manage hardware resources, network infrastructure, and cloud-based services as required.
  Mentor junior pipeline developers and provide technical guidance and support as needed.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Computer Graphics, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
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• 4 years of experience as a CG Pipeline TD or similar role in the animation, VFX, or gaming industry.
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• Proficiency in CG software packages such as Maya, Houdini, Nuke, or similar tools.
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• Solid understanding of computer graphics principles, rendering algorithms, and VFX workflows.
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• Experience with version control systems such as Git or Perforce.
  Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in a fast-paced production environment.
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• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
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• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform is a plus.
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• Join our team to play a key role in helping shape our CG pipeline solutions on the VectorField platform.