Pipeline Developer (Nuke)

Scanline VFX; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading visual effects company is seeking a 2D Pipeline Developer to enhance workflows and tools for compositing artists. The role involves collaboration with artists and supervisors, troubleshooting Nuke-related issues, and developing intuitive solutions. Candidates should have a passion for Nuke, strong communication skills, and experience in Python programming.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience writing Nuke pipeline code using Python.
• Comfortable with Git and unit testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain efficient workflows and tools for compositing artists.
• Troubleshoot artist tool issues and develop effective solutions.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Nuke

Python

Git

Houdini

Maya

C++

PyQt

PySide

Job description

2D Pipeline Developer

The 2D pipeline developer works and supports the 2D pipeline team, artists, and supervisors to solve Nuke-related issues. In collaboration with other pipeline team members, the developer identifies and solves complex challenges related to tools, plug-ins, and workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain efficient and creative workflows and tools for compositing artists
• Troubleshoot artist tool issues and develop effective solutions in collaboration with the pipeline team
• Work daily with the pipeline management team and team lead to identify and implement new and existing features
• Attend daily scrum meetings
• Write technical briefs and user documentation
• Identify areas for improvement early and escalate issues as needed

Qualifications

• Passion for staying updated on the latest features in Nuke
• 2+ years of experience writing Nuke pipeline code using Python
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Talent for designing intuitive, artist-friendly workflows without sacrificing functionality
• Understanding of object-oriented programming patterns
• Comfortable with Git and unit testing
• Desire to understand the inner workings of complex systems
• Basic DCC familiarity with Houdini and Maya
• Experience with PyQt or PySide is preferred
• Understanding of Color Science is a plus
• Experience programming in C++, especially using Nuke’s NDK, is preferred

Salary

$100,000 - $170,000 a year

This salary range applies to applicants in Vancouver, BC. Your actual compensation will depend on your qualifications, skills, experience, and location.

About Us

Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 8 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Munich (ceasing operations by year's end), Seoul, Mumbai, and Vancouver. Since 1989, we strive to set the highest standards of quality, innovation, and client solutions.

We seek explorers, open to testing, learning, and iterating. We value questions and ideas from everyone.

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Come as you are

We ensure fair and equal treatment in your application process. Consideration is based solely on your qualifications.

We will only consider applicants based in British Columbia or those willing to relocate.