Pipeline Engineer II

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Digital Media • 3D Animation • Simulation and Training • Augmented & Virtual Reality • XR Production

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Description

• As part of our engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in developing computer-graphics pipeline tools and implementing character rigs. • This is the perfect role for someone with practical experience developing and deploying Python libraries and pipeline tools for XR, games, visual effects and/or animation production. • Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of relevant work experience, but if you think you’re right for this position, contact us; we’ll listen.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Computer Science or related engineering field • 7-10 years experience developing computer-graphics pipelines and tools; at least 4 of those years in a USD pipeline environment • Solid understanding of USD concepts such as the representation of primitive objects, groups and hierarchies, schemas, layers and composition, and a practical understanding of how these USD concepts apply to production workflows. • Proven experience writing and supporting USD tools in production, including import and export to/from DCCs, and the manipulation of USD scene data in collaborative workflows • Experience using USD schemas to implement custom prim types and/or attributes • Proven experience scripting Python/PyQt or C++/Qt plugins for at least one of the following DCC tools (e.g., Maya, Houdini, Blender, Katana) and/or game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) • Experience implementing character rigging and animation pipelines in USD* • Experience implementing materials and surfacing pipelines in USD* • Experience extending or modifying USD itself via C++* • Good understanding of 3D-graphics including mathematical fundamentals such as trigonometry, linear algebra, matrices, vectors and quaternions • Deep professional experience in team development using Python, and familiarity with C++ • Solid general programming skills including knowledge of software patterns, build systems, and optimization for performance and memory footprint • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development processes • Self-motivated with strong communication skills and able to work both in a team and independently • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits

• Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance • Discounts on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, Broadway and Vegas shows, shopping partners & more • Flexible working environment and more!