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 support artists and supervisors in solving Nuke-related issues. The role involves developing efficient workflows, troubleshooting, and collaborating with the pipeline team to enhance tools and processes. Candidates should have a passion for Nuke and experience in Python coding, with strong communication skills. This is a full-time position based in Vancouver, BC, offering a competitive salary based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience writing Nuke pipeline code using Python.
• Understanding of object-oriented programming patterns.
• Basic DCC familiarity with Houdini, Maya.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain efficient workflows and tools for artists.
• Troubleshoot artist tool issues and develop effective solutions.
• Attend daily scrum meetings and write technical briefs.

Skills

Communication

Python

Git

Tools

Nuke

Houdini

Maya

PyQt

C++

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$100,000.00/yr - CA$170,000.00/yr

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 for tools, plug-ins and workflows.

Key Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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

About Us
Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 8 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Munich (will cease to operate by year's end), Seoul, Mumbai and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar — both within our workplace and throughout our industry.

We look for explorers, people who are willing to go to new places and are open to testing, learning and iterating as they go. We believe great ideas come from everyone, so we actively encourage team members to ask questions and present their ideas.

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Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce allows us to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in visual effects. In addition to working on projects for Netflix, we continue to work with a variety of long-standing and new clients.

Come as you are

We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.

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

This salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Vancouver, BC. To determine your base salary, we consider your qualifications, skills, and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary outside of this range and will also be dependent on your location.

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  Not Applicable

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• Employment type

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