Pipeline Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Integrate ShotGrid toolkit workflows with tools such as Unreal Editor, Maya, Houdini, and Nuke
• Develop and maintain custom tools, templates, and scripts for Game Development, VFX, and Production teams
• Design and evolve department pipelines for 3D asset creation, production automation, and real-time workflows
• Create Python or C++ plugins and extensions for platforms including Unreal Engine, Maya, Blender, and Adobe CC
• Design user interfaces for automation tools and asset management
• Collaborate with technical supervisors and non-technical users to define requirements and solve production problems
• Follow software development life cycle processes, including build/release, documentation, and testing
• Support users across Windows, MacOS, and Linux environments

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Visualization, VFX, or equivalent experience
• 3-6 years of professional experience developing artist/pipeline tools with ShotGrid in animation, gaming, or VFX
• Deep understanding of the VFX pipeline (modeling, texturing, animation, lighting, rendering, compositing)
• Proven technical experience in VFX, Virtual Production, or AAA Gaming
• Proficiency in Python, C++, and PySide/PyQt/Qt
• Experience with Unreal Engine Blueprints and C++ development
• Experience with version control (Git, GitLab, or BitBucket) and CI/CD
• Experience with Agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban
• Ability to design user interfaces and gizmos for VFX tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with shader development, GLSL, and real-time rendering technologies
• Familiarity with Linux container platforms such as Docker or Kubernetes
• Experience with LLMs or Generative AI

About the Company

Founded in 2017 by Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO is an artist-led independent studio shaping the future of film and television. The studio’s projects include Academy Award–winning Everything Everywhere All at Once and major franchise hits. AGBO is building the future of storytelling through immersive, interconnected worlds that span across media.