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The salary range is $100,000 - $170,000 a year, specific to applicants applying to the position in Vancouver, BC. Base salary is determined by qualifications, skills, experience, and location, which may cause compensation to vary outside this range.
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Candidates need 8+ years experience writing Maya pipeline code using Python, strong written and verbal communication skills, and talent for designing intuitive artist-friendly workflows. Additional requirements include understanding of object-oriented programming patterns, comfort with git and unit testing, and passion for staying on top of latest Maya features.
Scanline VFX seeks explorers who are open to testing, learning, and iterating, encouraging team members to ask questions and present ideas. They strive to set the highest standard of quality through innovation and believe great ideas come from everyone.
Strong candidates have 8+ years of Maya pipeline Python experience, production experience as a Maya artist, OpenUSD pipeline experience, and C++ programming skills. They demonstrate talent for intuitive workflows, problem-solving in complex Maya domains, and effective communication with artists.
Provides visual effects and real-time production
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.