Pipeline TD

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and refine all technical aspects of the animation production pipeline
• Develop and support procedures and tools for character rigging, animation, simulation, props, layout, and asset management
• Manage complex scene dependencies across multiple departments
• Implement automated publishing, data validation, and efficient scene organization techniques
• Problem-solve and share information with production, supervisors, and peers to meet show deadlines

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in CG and VFX productions
• Strong knowledge of Maya and Python programming
• Experience creating user interfaces with PyQt or PySide
• Knowledge of the Linux operating system
• Understanding of the git version control system

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with C++
• Familiarity with Katana, Unreal, Houdini, or USD
• Understanding of Unreal scene management, sequencer-based operations, and data exchange between DCCs
• Knowledge of USD-based integration and Blueprint scripting within Unreal

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Tuition reimbursement
• RRSPs
• Sick leave
• Vacation leave

About the Company

Sony Pictures Imageworks is a leading visual effects and animation studio located in Vancouver, British Columbia.