Overview

We are currently looking for an experienced UNREAL PIPELINE TECHNICAL DIRECTOR to join our team!

THE ROLE: UNREAL PIPELINE TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

SOME OF THE THINGS YOU WILL DO:

  • Ensure the Virtual Art Department has everything they need to do their work, identifying issues and fixing problems as they (or before) arise
  • Work closely with the senior artists and production team to develop new software tools and/or plugins, and workflows
  • Contribute to the development and constant improvement of the Scarab pipeline by doing research and recommendations
  • Ensure requests for new tools relate to company strategies and plans

YOU BRING:

  • Effective communication skills and can understand the team’s needs, and can assist with technical issues, and help develop solutions
  • Strong programing and coding skills: Excellent C++, Python, and technical proficiency in Windows
  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine, Blueprints and working in distributed Unreal based systems.
  • Familiarity with content production workflows for integration in-camera visual effects (ICVFX)/Unreal projects
  • A degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics or other related field or equivalent training and professional experience
  • General knowledge of network design, troubleshooting and maintenance

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

  • Experience in developing tools for DCC packages such as Houdini, Maya, Blender, etc.
  • Previous experience in games, visual effects, or a related industry
  • Solid understanding of the Visual Effects and Virtual Production pipeline

THIS IS WHY PEOPLE WORK AT SCARAB DIGITAL:

  • We are a Strengths-Based culture and are passionate about our team working in their Strengths Zone.
  • We are always honing our craft and striving to do better.
  • We strive for flow state.  Better yet: Hive Mind flow state.
  • Get to be part of the exciting and growing Vancouver film industry.
  • Get to work on creative projects that start as an idea and end up being shared with millions of people.
  • Professional development is encouraged, and an allowance is provided to cover costs.

Our employees have the following to say:

“Working at Scarab is fast-paced and exciting – there is always something new to learn and the work we do is cool.”

“Our team is helpful and knowledgeable which creates an environment where we can crowdsource to innovate.”

“I love how Scarab takes the time to hire the right person. Fit is a priority for whoever comes on board.”

 

**Relocation Assistance may be offered to qualified applicant.**

**Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.**

About Scarab Digital

Scarab Digital is sought after by digital entertainment visionaries to help them achieve what they never thought possible. Through the convergence of cutting-edge technology and dynamic design, Scarab Digital is an industry expert at leveraging interactive motion graphics, emerging virtual production, and environmental visual effects.

Have you watched Sonic the Hedgehog? The Predator? The Flash?  These are all productions we were part of.  And while we love creating innovative content, we also love solving complex film production problems.  We are known in the film industry to have an arsenal of solutions, including postproduction, equipment rental inventory, experience video content and equipment video walls.