Lead Software Developer - Compositing

  • Full-time

Company Description

Technicolor Creative Studios shares are admitted to trading on the regulated market of Euronext Paris (TCHCS)  

Technicolor Creative Studios is a creative technology company providing world-class production expertise driven by one purpose: The realization of ambitious and extraordinary ideas. Home to a network of award-winning studios, MPC, The Mill, Mikros Animation and Technicolor Games, we inspire creative companies across the world to produce their most iconic work.   
   
Our global teams of artists and technologists partner with the creative community across film, television, animation, gaming, brand experience and advertising to bring the universal art of storytelling to audiences everywhere.   

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

  • As a Lead you will ensure that implementations are consistent with overall Software department strategy.
  • Work with and mentor junior members of the team to help resolve issues and solve problems.
  • Communication of tasks, challenges and workflows across a globally distributed team. Contribute technical and user facing documentation.
  • Taking responsibility for code quality, always leaving projects in better state than before you started work.
  • Work with the product owner and stakeholders to establish requirements and report progress.
  • Work with teams cross site in the development of Creative tools for a multi-site studio

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

  • At least 7+ years of experience in a VFX facility (or equivalent industry).
  • Advanced knowledge of Python and QT.
  • Strong knowledge of key VFX application APIs – Nuke and Nuke Studio Strong understanding of Compositing workflows.
  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a Technical Animation Degree. Competency with Linux operating system and developing on this platform.
  • Experience using development best practices and source control systems like git.
  • Experience designing simple UX for complex back end functionality.
  • Experience with asset management APIs and dependency handling.

Desirable Skills

Desirable skills are advantageous, but not strictly necessary. We don’t expect candidates to tick ALL the boxes, but if you have any of the following in any combination they will be highly regarded. If you don’t, a keen interest in learning more on the job about some combination will be important.

  • Experience and understanding of OCIO (Open Color IO) and LUTs
  • Understanding of CDL and EDL
  • Exposure to any Asset Management and Project Management systems (Shotgun) and their APIs
  • Knowledge of creating custom Gizmos and groups

Personal Attributes

  • Highly committed and able to work independently and as a team.
  • Positive attitude towards learning.
  • Extremely organized with good communication skills and an excellent attention to detail.
  • Deadline orientated and ability to remain calm in a fast-paced and highly pressure environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the dynamic world of visual effects. If you are an ambitious software developer looking for an opportunity to work with cutting edge technology then we look forward to your application

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