Développeur en Rigging / Rigging Developer (DNEG Animation)

DNEG; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading animation studio as a Rigging Developer, where you'll design and develop cutting-edge tools and techniques for character rigging and workflows. This role requires significant animation and VFX experience, with opportunities to grow and collaborate with talented artists on high-profile projects. Be part of a unionized team committed to creating spectacular visuals and characters.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience as a Character Technical Director.
• Over two years of software development experience.
• Ability to work closely with end-users.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and support tools for character rigging and CFX workflows.
• Collaborate with rigging artists to improve workflows.
• Develop clean, maintainable, and documented solutions.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Maya API

C++ software development

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Job Description / Key Purpose of the Job :

DNEG, a highly regarded studio specialising in animation and visual effects (VFX), seeks a skilled and experienced Rigging Developer with a strong passion for technical problem-solving to join their rigging department. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Animation or VFX studios and a thorough understanding of rigging workflows and techniques. Responsibilities include developing, enhancing, and creating new workflow tools and rigging modules, troubleshooting, supporting the team, and organizing training sessions to ensure team proficiency and up-to-date documentation.

Key Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Design, build, and support tools and techniques related to character rigging, crowds, and CFX workflows.
• Collaborate with rigging artists to improve workflows.
• Develop clean, maintainable, and documented solutions.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure proper data flow in character workflows.

Job Requirements / Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• At least five years of experience as a Character Technical Director
• Over two years of software development experience
• Proficiency with Maya API
• Experience with object-oriented software design
• Ability to work closely with end-users and develop solutions accordingly
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to balance quick turnaround with quality

Additional Skills / Nice To Have

• Experience with Ziva + Bifrost
• Master's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with other DCC applications like Houdini or Blender
• Proficiency in C++ software development
• Knowledge of USD in production pipelines
• Experience with Unreal Engine 5

DNEG Animation is a world-class studio creating captivating worlds and characters through animation. Our projects include The Angry Birds Movie 3, The Cat in the Hat, and Bad Fairies. We embrace diverse styles, from graphic novels to stylized films, and value each team member's contribution to our success.

Join us to work alongside top talent and bring iconic characters to life. Our current projects include The Garfield Movie, Nimona, and others. We are committed to advancing animation art and are expanding our team. If you thrive on collaboration, we invite you to create spectacular visuals and unforgettable worlds with us.

Please note that this is a unionized position covered by a collective agreement with IATSE. Union membership and dues will be required once the agreement is in place.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and IT, Animation and Post-production, Movies and Videos

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