Assistant Technical Director - Pipeline

DNEG; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

DNEG in Bengaluru is looking for an Assistant Technical Director to support artists in visual effects and animation projects. The role involves providing technical advice, monitoring farms, and developing Python scripts. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Computer Science or related field, along with strong Python skills and experience with Linux. This is a dynamic position requiring effective communication across various stakeholders, offering a chance to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, or related field, or relevant experience in visual effects.
• Experience with Linux operating system.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and support for artists.
• Monitor render farm, disk usage, and file transfers.
• Design and write Python tools and scripts.

Skills

Python scripting skills

Strong communication

Experience with Linux

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Houdini

Katana

Nuke

Clarisse

Maya

Job description

Description

Position at DNEG – Pipeline ATD. The Production Technology department is responsible for creating and supporting the pioneering tools and technology used by artists to tackle complex visual effects and feature animation projects.

As an Assistant Technical Director you will assist Pipeline Technical Directors to ensure the smooth running of the tools, software and workflows used by VFX and Feature Animation shows. You will work closely with the Pipeline TDs to provide face‑to‑face support for artists in our London studio.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and support for artists.
• Monitor render farm, disk usage and file transfers between sites.
• Contribute to testing and feedback for software releases from the R&D team.
• Design and write Python tools and scripts for shows to use.
• Act as a key interface between software developers and artists, adapting communication style to articulate technical and non‑technical information.

Requirements

Must Have

• A degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics or related field or previous work experience in visual effects, games or another related industry.
• Experience with Linux.
• Strong Python scripting skills.
• Strong communicator across a variety of stakeholders/colleagues.
• An ability to plan and organise your own workload, and can work effectively in a fast paced production environment.

Nice To Have

• Experience with a variety of DCC packages such as Houdini, Katana, Nuke or Clarisse.
• Knowledge of Maya.
• Experience with source control systems and development tasks as part of a team.

A note on equal opportunities: we are committed to nurturing a diverse and exciting workplace. Our teams have a variety of backgrounds and originate from a number of different countries. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.