Sr Manager, Stage Workflows at Scanline VFX

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Visual Effects, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum five (5) years experience leading software engineering teams
  • Minimum ten (10) years Python software development experience
  • Minimum five (5) years Virtual Production experience
  • Understanding of stage technologies, including LED walls, motion capture, volume capture and reconstruction, and virtual camera workflows
  • Experience with Unreal Engine for virtual production, previz, and final frame rendering
  • Demonstrated ability to architect complex workflows and communicate designs to stakeholders and team members
  • Strong written/verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Self-directed, proactive, detailed, organized and solution-oriented personality

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of software that drives our stage workflows
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and prioritize requirements, and strive to deliver functionality early and often
  • Support team leads and project managers in developing project roadmaps to ensure timely and successful delivery of complex projects
  • Develop and drive quality assurance practices to ensure that features are validated in production
  • Communicate project updates and progress to senior leadership and stakeholders
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that may impact project delivery
  • Collaborate with other engineering managers to drive cross-team initiatives and ensure alignment with company goals
  • Ensure development adheres to established standards and best practices
  • Manage and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance and mentorship
  • Create and maintain a positive and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and continuous learning
  • Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new team members
  • Lead a team of engineers in developing software for next-generation stage technologies
  • Collaborate with non-technical partners to define and document needs, translating them into technical specifications
  • Proactively identify and address potential challenges, such as scope creep, and eliminate obstacles to ensure projects remain on track
  • Establish a high-level architectural vision for all team projects
  • Foster a culture of quality and dedication, mentoring team members through code reviews, regular interaction, and iterative adjustments

Skills

Python
Virtual Production
LED Walls
Motion Capture
Volume Capture
Software Architecture
Code Reviews
Quality Assurance
Team Leadership
Project Management

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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