Software Engineer, Co-op

Sony Pictures Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading visual effects and animation studio is seeking Software Engineer Co-op students for an 8-month position in Vancouver. The role involves learning proprietary software, collaborating on development projects, and providing customer support. Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in Computer Science or Software Engineering and possess strong communication skills. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in final year and part of Co-op program.
• Must have previously completed an 8 month co-op in Software Development or QA.

Responsibilities

• Learn proprietary and third-party web tools and applications.
• Collaborate with teammates to develop new tools or modernize production workflows.
• Provide customer support and technical assistance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Versatility

Resourcefulness

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's in Computer Science

Tools

Django

UNIX

Linux

Git

Job description

Sony Pictures Imageworks is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. We are committed to respecting traditional lands, and working with communities towards reconciliation.

Sony Pictures Imageworks Canada Inc.

Language in work environment - English

Sony Pictures Imageworks is an Academy Award-winning visual effects and animation studio known for photoreal live-action visual effects, dynamic creature and character animation and full-CG features. Having created visually spectacular images for more than 100 live-action and animated productions over its 28-year history the studio is also a leader in technology, developing software and tools that have helped solve industry-wide challenges and deliver spectacular visuals to the big screen.

The Sony Pictures Imageworks Technology Group comprises the Systems Engineering and Software Development teams dedicated to developing and supporting the computing, software and production management technology platform for the studio.

Sony Pictures Imageworks is looking for Software Engineer Co-op students to join our Vancouver, Canada Software Development teams for a duration of 8 months!

Responsibilities

• Learning to apply in house proprietary and 3rd Party software
• Development projects to help improve user experience
• Provide customer service and technical assistance of systems to users
• This position requires collaboration with other teammates, team / project leads, architects, departments, managers and artists to develop and implement innovative tools and systems

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in your final year and a part of an official Co-op program via a University or College
• A successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with a technical background in computer science and software engineering
• Versatility, resourcefulness, and adaptability are key characteristics to possess for this job
• Familiarity with CG and VFX industry is preferred, but not required

Duration: 8 months

Primary responsibilities include:

• Learn proprietary and third party web tools, linux desktop applications and/or backend systems
• Participate in the development efforts of existing open source projects
• Collaborate with teammates to develop new tools or overhaul legacy tools to modernize production workflows
• Directly interact with end users to provide customer support
• Participate in team daily stand ups

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering or pursuing a Masters in the same fields
• Must have previously completed an 8 month co-op in Software Development or Quality Assurance (QA)

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of Django framework
• Knowledge of UNIX / Linux
• Familiarity of source control systems like git
• Familiarity of image rendering with 3D applications

We value unique perspectives, and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $25/hr. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at Sony Pictures Imageworks? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

Apply for this job

*

indicates a required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Preferred First Name

Email *

Phone

Resume/CV *

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Education

School Select...

Degree Select...

Select...

Start date year

End date year

Are you currently enrolled at a Canadian University? * Select...

** Please upload a copy of your school transcript **

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

LinkedIn Profile

Website

Demo Reel Password

Have you worked at Imageworks before? * Select...

Were you ever employed by SPE or one of its Sony Affiliates? * Select...

Where do you currently reside? Select...

Eligibility to work in Canada Select...

If you have an open work permit, when does it expire? (please provide date)

When are you available to work? (Please provide earliest date)

Voluntary Disclosures * Select...

Terms and Conditions

Legal Terms

By clicking "submit," you are agreeing to Sony Pictures Entertainment’s (SPE) Terms of Use , acknowledging that you have received and reviewed SPE's Privacy Policy , and acknowledging that you understand employment with SPE is contingent upon compliance with SPE’s Trade and Export Compliance Policies and all applicable trade and export control laws.