Overview

PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY TO POSITION HERE: https://scanlinevfx.applynow.net.au/jobs/SVFX1092

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to Pipeline Leadership, the Houdini Pipeline Developer will be developing tools and workflows to allow FX artists to efficiently move assets from upstream departments into Houdini, and integrate the resulting simulations into final shots. The Houdini Pipeline Developer’s perspective is high level and forward looking. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, partner and implement new and improved technologies, the Houdini Pipeline Developer has advanced skills with Houdini, Python and C++ required for research, development and mentoring others. The Houdini Pipeline Developer will be required to work with FX artists to design and implement tools to effectively move assets between 3DS Max and Houdini, improve the efficiency of our FX workflow, and ensure accurate output in ways that mesh well with current tools and workflows.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Identify and solve complex, systematic problems in the domain of the tools, plug-ins, pipeline and overall workflow development
Gather requirements across large collaboration efforts that span multiple departments and/or disciplines
Leverage current technology research and development trends to innovate and advance Scanline’s technologies
Design, build, and implement prototypes; Debug and QA using common testing platforms with stakeholders
Maintain and support created tools; fine-tune and troubleshoot as needed
Write Technical Briefs and documentation
Partner with Pipeline Management team to identify and schedule tasks
Define, communicate and enforce coding standards across teams and projects
Mentor other pipeline team members; advise, guide and grow others
QUALIFICATIONS

BA in Computer Science, or similar discipline (required)
3 to 5 years’ experience in VFX, Gaming or other professional Houdini software development
Expert knowledge of Houdini
Must have knowledge of Alembic and VDB read/write implementations in Max and Houdini
Python, PyQt, HScript scripting ability
Excellent problem-solving skills
Good interpersonal communication skills
Bash/cshell/Linux knowledge
Knowledge of render queuing software
Understanding of relational databases and/or SQL
Knowledge of Shotgun or asset management a plus
Some knowledge of Maya and Nuke a plus
Experience with VRay and MaxScript is a plus
C/C++ abilities a plus
BENEFITS INCLUDED
+Extended Medical
+Disability Insurance
+Dental Insurance

HOW TO MAKE YOUR APPLICATION STAND OUT

APPLY ONLY ONCE.
We keep your resume on file for 6 months so no need to apply again unless there are significant changes or unless you’re applying for a different position.
ALWAYS APPLY WITH THE SAME EMAIL
We want to be able to reach you easily and much of our correspondence is via email and this helps us keep your information together in one file. That way you’re not lost in the system.
Resume – Include in your resume the names of the company’s you worked with and the dates you were there. Max 2 pages.
Cover Letter – tell us a little about yourself, why are you applying for the position and what makes you the ideal candidate.

PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY TO POSITION HERE: https://scanlinevfx.applynow.net.au/jobs/SVFX1092