Maya Software Engineer

Autodesk; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk Maya Consulting team in Canada seeks a senior software engineer to advise and ship fixes for Maya users in VFX, TV and games. You will diagnose issues, design solutions, and collaborate with global studios to optimize pipelines.

You will work with C++ and Python APIs, contribute to production workflows, write tests, and travel to customer sites as needed. Fluent English and strong communication are essential for success in a remote-first, globally distributed team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years software engineering experience with Maya C++ or Python APIs.
• Strong knowledge of Game/Film Production Pipelines.
• Proficient in C++ and Python.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks and Codex is a plus.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with top studios to understand pipelines and build solutions.
• Work with developers, UX, QAs, and product owners to implement fixes.
• Develop high-quality code, write tests, and contribute to designs.
• Be a collaborative, high-performing team member.
• Occasional travel to customer sites may be required.

Skills

C++

Python

English fluency

AI/ML frameworks

Codex tooling

Tools

Maya C++ API

Maya Python API

Job description

Position Overview

Autodesk Maya is one of the leading software packages used for content creation by some of the biggest names in VFX, TV, and Games. On the Autodesk Consulting Media and Entertainment Team, we have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional software engineer and subject matter expert to join our growing team, directly supporting our customers in the amazing work they do. As a key member of our team, you will be collaborating directly with our global customers as they develop their tools and workflows around Maya, providing advice and guidance from both a technical and a production perspective. You will be responsible for advising them, diagnosing issues, finding solutions, and developing fixes and enhancements in the product that help them to be successful.

Job Requisition ID #

26WD99864

Position Overview

Autodesk Maya is one of the leading software packages used for content creation by some of the biggest names in VFX, TV, and Games. On the Autodesk Consulting Media and Entertainment Team, we have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional software engineer and subject matter expert to join our growing team, directly supporting our customers in the amazing work they do. As a key member of our team, you will be collaborating directly with our global customers as they develop their tools and workflows around Maya, providing advice and guidance from both a technical and a production perspective. You will be responsible for advising them, diagnosing issues, finding solutions, and developing fixes and enhancements in the product that help them to be successful.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with top studios using Maya to understand their existing pipelines and requirements, to build solutions, improve efficiency or functionality of those pipelines
• Work with other developers, user experience designers, QAs, and product owners to identify, troubleshoot, design, and develop product fixes and enhancements
• Develop high quality code, write functional tests, and collaborate on technical designs
• Be a member of a fun, collaborative, high-performing team and contribute directly to the success of the Autodesk Consulting M&E Team and our customers
• Occasional travel to customer sites and Autodesk offices may be required
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years software engineering and/or production experience, ideally developing tools and workflows using the Maya C++ or Python APIs utilizing computer graphics algorithms and techniques
• Demonstrated knowledge of Game and/or Film Production Pipelines
• Experience and strong coding proficiency with C++ and Python.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, ability to work well in a cross-functional, high-performing team, and communicate highly technical information to customers
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills
• Exceptional organizational skills. Comfortable working independently to tackle challenges in a remote working environment.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks as well as working with Codex or other similar tools to aid in coding.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using or developing within other key Autodesk products. For example: Arnold, 3dsMax, MotionBuilder, Flow Production Tracking, Flow Capture, RV, etc
• Familiarity with C# or game engines (Unreal or Unity)
  
  

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Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $139,000 and $249,260. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $131,000 and $191,400. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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