Senior Data Engineer (Pipeline)
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Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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VFXIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum twelve (12) years Python software development experience
- Minimum two (2) years in lead role
- Proven experience leading the design, development, and maintenance of complex VFX pipelines
- Self-directed, proactive, detailed, organized and solution-oriented personality
- Strong written/verbal communication and presentation skills
- Ability to design intuitive and well structured APIs using OOP
- Deep understanding of artist workflows in Maya, such as modeling, animation, rigging, and tracking/matchmove
- Experience designing and building pipelines using Maya and OpenUSD
- Expertise with the latest features of the Autodesk Maya USD ecosystem, including proxy shapes, referencing, UFE, and Hydra (preferred)
- Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of specific pipeline initiatives from conception to delivery
- Collaborate with pipeline leadership and production stakeholders to determine user stories and requirements for pipeline development projects
- Work with Pipeline Architects to interpret user stories and requirements into a project definition – evaluating trade-offs, estimating work effort, and mitigating risks
- Make tough decisions about features that do and don’t fall within the scope of the project, and communicate these decisions clearly to stakeholders
- Break down work into components and work within an Agile framework to ensure timely delivery to production
- Ensure that projects align with organizational goals, industry best practices, and scalability requirements
- Enforce engineering best practices to ensure consistent and high quality code, via code review and mentorship
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for this Lead Software Engineer position?
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Is this role remote or does it require working in an office?
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What are the key qualifications and skills required for this role?
Candidates need minimum 12 years of Python software development experience, minimum 2 years in a lead role, proven experience leading VFX pipelines, strong communication skills, OOP API design ability, and deep understanding of Maya artist workflows.
What does the team leadership look like in this role?
You would lead a team of engineers, set the tone for quality through code reviews and daily engagement, elevate team members via mentorship and course correction, and work within an Agile framework.
What makes a strong candidate for this Lead Software Engineer position?
A strong candidate has extensive Python and Maya pipeline experience, leadership skills to guide teams and make tough scope decisions, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders while anticipating risks to keep projects on schedule.
Scanline VFX
Provides visual effects and real-time production
About Scanline VFX
Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.
Grünwald, GermanyHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours
Risks
Increased competition from emerging VFX studios in Asia.
AI-driven VFX tools may disrupt traditional workflows.
Volatility in streaming service investments could impact Scanline's project pipeline.
Differentiation
Scanline VFX's proprietary software, Flowline, creates photorealistic natural phenomena.
Eyeline Studios offers unmatched flexibility in real-time filmmaking.
Scanline VFX has a global presence with studios in seven key locations.
Upsides
Netflix's investment enhances Scanline's pipeline and infrastructure.
Rising demand for high-quality VFX in streaming content benefits Scanline.
Expansion into South Korea capitalizes on emerging market opportunities.
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