[Remote] Senior Backend Technical Director II (SFD / Cinematics) at Activision-Blizzard

New York, New York, United States

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Requirements

12+ years of experience using and/or writing tools or plugins in third-party computer graphics programs and renderers such as Katana, Houdini, Nuke, RenderMan, and Redshift
Experience developing and working in a USD pipeline
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Strong verbal and written communication and collaboration skills
Understanding of computer graphics concepts such as rendering and shaders
Understanding of techniques and technologies relating to CG pipelines and workflows, from asset creation to final compositing
Bachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Engineering, or related fields
Familiarity with Blizzard games and Cinematics

Responsibilities

Updating and optimizing backend workflows, ensuring that the integration of USD enhances the backend's (FX, Lighting, Simulation) ability to create visually stunning, animated cinematics
Collaborating with artists, supervisors, and technical teams to build efficient, flexible, and scalable workflows that align with production needs
Developing, modifying, deploying, and debugging software
Ability to shift priorities during production schedule changes
Desire to function in a technical support role
Provide practical feedback on the lighting pipeline and offer potential solutions on how to improve them

Skills

Activision-Blizzard

Develops and publishes interactive video games

About Activision-Blizzard

Activision Blizzard develops and publishes video games, creating popular franchises like World of Warcraft, Call of Duty, and Candy Crush. Their games are available on various platforms and cater to a wide range of players, from casual mobile users to serious console and PC gamers. The company generates revenue through game sales, in-game purchases, subscriptions for games like World of Warcraft, and advertising through Activision Blizzard Media. They also profit from merchandise and esports events. What sets Activision Blizzard apart from competitors is its focus on high-quality gaming experiences that promote community and social interaction among players. The company's goal is to provide engaging and immersive entertainment that connects gamers worldwide.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1979Year Founded

$975MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Entertainment, GamingIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

Relocation Assistance

Risks

Employee morale issues due to layoffs could affect productivity and innovation.

Backlash from the Microsoft acquisition may impact game development and community trust.

Loss of key talent to competitors could weaken strategic capabilities.

Differentiation

Activision Blizzard boasts iconic franchises like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft.

The company excels in cross-platform play, enhancing player engagement and retention.

Activision Blizzard's esports division capitalizes on growing viewership and sponsorships.

Upsides

Microsoft's acquisition could provide resources for innovation and expansion.

Cloud gaming services offer a broader audience without high-end hardware needs.

Augmented reality gaming experiences present new opportunities for franchise expansion.

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