Senior Houdini Pipeline Engineer (Python)

Eyeline; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Eyeline is a global creative studio seeking a senior Houdini pipeline developer to join our Vancouver team. You will write high-quality Python code, solve pipeline challenges, and collaborate with artists to improve efficiency.

Required: 8+ years of Houdini pipeline experience, strong communication, and a passion for artist-friendly workflows. OpenUSD/Solaris a plus; PDG/TOPs a plus. Salary range CAD 150,000–210,000 per year, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Passion for staying on top of latest features in Houdini.
• 8+ years experience writing Houdini 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.
• Background as an FX artist using Houdini in production preferred.
• Hands-on experience with OpenUSD / Solaris a plus
• Experience with PDG / TOPs preferred

Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems in the domain of Houdini pipeline workflows
• Write high quality Python code that is easy to maintain and is well-tested
• Communicate with artists to identify areas of inefficiency and help gather their requirements
• Contribute to technical briefs and user documentation

Skills

Houdini

Python

Communication

FX artist background

Tools

Houdini

OpenUSD / Solaris

PDG / TOPs

Job description

Eyeline is a global creative studio seeking a senior Houdini pipeline developer to join our Vancouver team. You will write high-quality Python code, solve pipeline challenges, and collaborate with artists to improve efficiency.

Required: 8+ years of Houdini pipeline experience, strong communication, and a passion for artist-friendly workflows. OpenUSD/Solaris a plus; PDG/TOPs a plus. Salary range CAD 150,000–210,000 per year, depending on qualifications.