The Mill is a global creative partner for agencies, production companies and brands, working across multiple media channels and platforms.

We are trusted specialists in Visual Effects, Creative Production and Experience design. Our projects include the creation of digital products and virtual experiences, as well as world class VFX and video production for the Advertising and Brand Experience industries.

We are a vibrant network of talented Artists, Producers, Directors and Creative Technologists from multinational backgrounds. We nurture innovation, flexibility and diverse ideas across our studios in London, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Seoul, Shanghai, and Bangalore. We are all united by one single ambition: To create extraordinary and memorable work that captivates and excites audiences.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead a sprint team, providing consistent technical mentorship for its more junior members and setting an example of work ethic, knowledge, and attitude 

• Work with head of software, project managers, and other lead developers to plan upcoming project schedules and deliverables, and create corresponding project documentation 

• Contribute to the development of new methods and tools aimed at optimizing quality and speed across disciplines within the VFX pipeline 

• Communicate with senior stakeholders about business needs and translate those needs into technical goals 

• Take part in the interview process for future team members 

Skills and Experience 

• Substantial experience in a VFX facility 

• A proven track record of working across multiple disciplines in a high-end VFX pipeline 

• A love of problem solving with the ability to quickly learn and use various APIs 

• Understanding of how data flows between departments of a VFX studio 

• Degree in computer science, engineering, or technical animation 

• Strong knowledge of Python, PySide/PyQt 

• Competency with Linux operating system and developing on this platform.  
  Bonus: Windows development skills 

• Knowledge of key VFX application APIs: Maya, Houdini, Nuke.  
  Bonus: Flame or Unreal Engine 

• Experience with integrating asset management systems with production tracking systems like Shotgun or ftrack 

• Experience with Git, Confluence, and Jira 

• Experience with C++, JavaScript, Kubernetes, AWS, databases, and/or key VFX technologies like USD, OTIO, OCIO etc. is a bonus 

Personal Attributes 

• Highly committed and able to work independently and as a team 

• Positive attitude towards learning and adapting 

• Ability to help make strategic decisions to benefit the broader TCS R&D organization 

• Extremely organized with excellent, measured written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail 

• Deadline-oriented and able to remain calm in a fast-paced environment 
   

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