Job Specifications
Eyeline Studios
At Eyeline, Scanline VFX's virtual production division, we want to provide you with a solid foundation where you can be a part of an innovative team of brilliant researchers, developers and virtual storytellers. Learn more.
This role is part of Eyeline's Technology organization, which is responsible for delivering innovative production technology and supporting creative excellence across our global studio. We are seeking a highly motivated and curious software engineer with experience in developing rapidly evolving creative production pipelines. In this role you will architect and maintain reliable, scalable systems that enable experimentation, secure data movement, and efficient asset management - powering the next generation of creative workflows to make what's next in Visual Effects.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with the Creative Technology Supervisor and Visual Pioneering team to design solutions that meet both immediate and long-term VFX workflow needs
Integrate internal research and leading-edge machine learning (ML) technologies into our production pipeline, working hand-in-hand with production and research teams
Rapidly prototype and iterate on new projects, addressing short-term challenges and informing long-term technology investments
Develop and integrate ML-based tools and workflows, especially where solutions are ambiguous or unprecedented
Design, implement, and maintain scalable pipelines for seamless image and video transfer across local, virtual, and cloud environments
Define integration requirements for creative tools, asset management, and production tracking systems (e.g. Flow)
Build modular, user-friendly systems that support rapid experimentation and easy integration of new tools
Document pipeline processes and workflows to ensure clear understanding and adoption by artists and stakeholders
Break down complex technical challenges into actionable tasks for effective team collaboration
Prioritize teamwork, security, and operational efficiency throughout the software development lifecycle
Mentor and inspire team members through technical leadership and a collaborative approach
Maintain open and frequent communication with research scientists, technical artists, and production teams to bridge advanced research and practical production use
Champion best practices and continuous improvement in ML and software development, focusing on robust coding standards, package management, and build efficiency
Qualifications
Minimum ten (10) years of software development experience developing and supporting creative production pipelines in VFX, Animation, or Games
Deep knowledge of computer graphics, machine learning, and pipeline architecture
Familiarity with industry-standard creative software, VFX workflows, and asset management systems
Proven experience deploying ML models, including training, fine-tuning, and optimizing for production environments
Strong understanding of Service-Oriented Architecture and distributed systems (e.g., REST, RPC, message queues)
Quick to learn new and unfamiliar technologies
Proficient with task orchestration systems and automating complex workflows using modern orchestration frameworks
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate, document, and visualize complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
Highly adaptable and resourceful, with strong problem-solving skills and comfort working in a fast-paced, boutique creative environment
Self-motivated, team-oriented, and passionate about technical and creative innovation
Able to switch quickly between forward-looking development and immediate production support needs
Resourceful and self-sufficient in gathering information, with good judgment on when to seek assistance
About Us
Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Seoul, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar -- both within our workplace and throughout our industry.
We look for explorers, people who are willing to go to new places and are open to testing, learning and iterating as they go. We believe great ideas come from everyone, so we actively encourage team members to ask questions and present their ideas.
Powered by Netflix
Netflix's investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce allows us to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in visual effects. In addition to working on projects for Netflix, we continue to work with a variety of long-standing and new clients.
Come as you are
We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.
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