Talent Pipeline
Trail of BitsSalary not specified
Full Time
Entry Level & New Grad
CA$100,000 – CA$170,000Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Visual EffectsIndustries
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience writing Nuke pipeline code using Python
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated talent for designing intuitive, artist-friendly workflows without sacrificing functionality
- Understanding of object-oriented programming patterns
- Comfortable with Git
- Experience with unit testing
- Basic DCC familiarity with Houdini, Maya
- Experience with PyQt or PySide preferred
- Understanding of Color Science is a plus
- Experience programming in C++, especially using Nuke’s NDK preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain efficient and creative workflows and tools for composting artists
- Troubleshoot artist tool issues and develop effective solutions in collaboration with the pipeline team members
- Work daily with the pipeline management team and team lead to identify and implement existing and new features
- Attend daily scrum meetings
- Write technical briefs and user documentation
- Identify early areas of improvements and escalate issues as needed
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for the Pipeline Developer role?
The salary is $100,000 - $170,000 per year, varying based on qualifications, experience, and location in Vancouver, BC.
Is this position remote or hybrid, and where is it located?
This is a hybrid position located in Vancouver, BC.
What skills are required for the Pipeline Developer position?
Key requirements include 2+ years of Nuke pipeline code using Python, understanding of object-oriented programming patterns, comfort with Git, experience with unit testing, and basic familiarity with Houdini and Maya. Preferred skills include PyQt or PySide, color science, and C++ with Nuke’s NDK.
What is the company culture like at Scanline VFX?
Scanline VFX encourages innovation, exploration, and a willingness to learn and iterate, with a commitment to fair and equal treatment of all applicants.
What makes a strong candidate for this Pipeline Developer role?
Strong candidates will have 2+ years writing Nuke pipeline code in Python, strong communication skills, talent for artist-friendly workflows, OOP knowledge, Git experience, unit testing, and DCC familiarity.
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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