Senior Software Developer, Application

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of large, complex software projects ensuring high-quality delivery
• Mentor and guide intermediate and associate engineers through feedback and support
• Design and implement artist-facing tools including playback review tools, asset browsers, and plugins
• Write clean, efficient, and scalable code adhering to best practices
• Define risks and mitigation strategies for large-scale projects
• Lead code reviews and troubleshoot critical technical issues in the production pipeline
• Collaborate with senior members to define architecture and design patterns
• Drive the development of intuitive UI/UX for tools and plugins
• Maintain clear documentation for code and technical processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of four years of software development experience in a production environment
• Expertise in developing plugins and tools for artist workflows
• Proficiency in Python within a UNIX/Linux environment
• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles, specifically with Qt/PyQt
• Proven experience integrating software with DCCs such as Maya, Nuke, Houdini, and Katana
• Strong knowledge of C/C++ and OpenGL
• Familiarity with Git and open-source projects like OTIO and OCIO
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Tuition reimbursement
• RRSPs
• Sick and Vacation leave
• Standard increases as applicable

About the Company

Sony Pictures Imageworks is a leading visual effects studio providing high-end creative services for the global film and television industry.