Pipeline Developer

WildBrain Studios is looking for a Pipeline Developer to join our team! This position is part of our growing Pipeline team, who are responsible for developing and advancing our software, tools, and processes in collaboration with production to bring our projects to the next level. We are specifically looking for Developers with experience in Houdini and/or Gaffer with familiarity with FX, CFX, or Grooms. This opportunity is required to be located within BC and is a permanent role.

Responsibilities:

• Tool Development: Work closely with key stakeholders to design and develop tools, workflows, and processes to meet production and strategic technology needs.
• Deployment: Test and release high quality code to production using git and our build systems.
• Support: Triage production issues; identify, reproduce and resolve bugs / workflow errors. Collaborate with stakeholders and Artists to iterate and improve tools and processes.
• Document: Create, and update documentation and provide training for stakeholders on new tools and processes.
• Collaborate: Actively engage with stakeholders and peers to improve existing systems and meet the global direction.

Qualifications:

• BS+ in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience
• Experience with Houdini and/or Gaffer
• Familiarity with FX, Grooms, or CFX workflows and tools
• Experience developing and delivering software in a professional environment
• Experience with Python, C++, or other object-oriented programming language
• Experience with Git or other revision control system
• Experience with databases
• Experience with Windows and Linux

Nice to Have:

• Experience developing for Animation or other creative industries, and their DCC applications & APIs
• Knowledge of networking and performance optimization

Compensation: Pay Range: $75,000 - $125,000 CAD per year Candidates are paid within the range posted, but their exact pay will vary based on the level, responsibilities and expectations of the role. We also take into consideration the experience and skills that individual brings, with consideration of our internal equity.

Why WildBrain: We make sure to take care of all our hard-working Wild Brains by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace culture that values our employees’ wellbeing. Our staff enjoy RRSP matching, multi-tiered benefits so you can pick the coverage that’s best for you, free mental health resources, and additional perks like regular events to connect our teams virtually, and in-person. In short – life is good on the Wild side!

Job location: Hybrid/Flexible, Vancouver