Junior Pipeline Software Developer

Hogarth Worldwide; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global content production company is looking for a Junior Pipeline Software Developer to implement visual effects systems and tools across various projects. The role requires proficiency in Python and a strong understanding of industry-standard VFX software. You will collaborate with different departments to ensure seamless integration of technology into productions. This position includes a hybrid work model and values inclusive culture and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python for pipeline workflows.
• Experience with cloud-based solutions and distributed computing.
• Understanding of performance optimization in VFX.

Responsibilities

• Implement visual effects systems and tools across all projects.
• Optimize workflow efficiency and maintain industry standards.
• Liaise with different teams and document tools.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Understanding of VFX software

Experience with C++

Strong communication skills

Time management

Tools

Autodesk Maya

Nuke

Houdini

Adobe After Effects

JIRA

Job description

Overview

VFX is delivered across multiple disciplines, channels, clients and products. We create animated characters, full computer-generated car configurators with millions of variations, computer-generated food with AI backgrounds, photo-real, real-time environments, water simulations for 3D products, digital twins and much more. The department includes lighters, modellers, animators, pipeline developers and producers in both onshore and offshore locations supporting global and local client needs.

What does a Junior Pipeline Software Developer do at Hogarth?

Work closely with the VFX Pipeline in implementing visual effects systems and tools across all projects within Hogarth Worldwide. Collaborate closely with various departments to ensure seamless integration of VFX and dependant technology into our productions. Optimise workflow efficiency, identify innovative tools and techniques maintaining industry standards for quality and performance. Demonstrate technical expertise, and a deep understanding of VFX processes, including USD, and AI.

Responsibilities

• VFX Software and Tools: A comprehensive understanding of industry standard VFX software and tools, such as USD, Autodesk Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Adobe After Effects, and others, is crucial. You should be proficient enough in using these applications to converse effectively with stakeholders.
• Programming and Scripting: Proficiency in programming languages Python, C++, and scripting languages. Familiarity with common API and SDKs with the ability to quickly learn custom API concepts.
• Familiarity with Rez for package management, Source control principles for Git and a peer review and release workflow for development.
• Adherence to ticketing processes in solutions such as JIRA for tracking and communication.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and distributed computing and its application in scalable rendering, DevOps and storage options.
• Performance Optimization: Understanding how to optimize render times, memory usage, and data transfer.
• Collaboration and Communication: Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with different teams, document tools for technical and non-technical audiences from VFX artists to production supervisors and IT departments.
• Time management, problem-solving and troubleshooting: The ability to identify and address technical issues that may arise during VFX production is critical to maintain project timelines and deliver high-quality results. Good eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Python for pipeline workflows.
• Experience in a mature VFX pipeline. Exposure to USD pipeline and workflows.
• Ability to receive and give technical feedback from supervisors and to the team.
• Inter-department communication for efficient technical and creative workflows.

About Hogarth and values

Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with many of the world’s top brands. Our global team of craft and technology experts delivers across a broad range of sectors, providing content across channels and media. We operate with a hybrid working model and value hands-on collaboration, honesty, heart and soul, inclusive culture, curiosity, and impact. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants regardless of background.