Senior Software Developer – Maya

DNEG; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

DNEG is seeking a Senior Software Developer for Maya to extend Autodesk Maya with bespoke tools for high-end VFX production. You will build artist-facing and backend utilities, integrate tools into CG pipelines, and ensure a smooth Maya experience while delivering maintainable code and clear documentation.

You’ll work with HOM/HDK, Maya API, and collaborate across artists, developers, and PMs to plan roadmaps and drive innovation across the full software lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience developing with MEL, maya.cmds and the Maya API.
• Maya Plugin Development experience.
• Strong Python and/or C++ skills.
• VFX/FX and Maya workflow knowledge.
• Linux development experience.
• Team-based development and source control experience.

Responsibilities

• Build artist-facing and backend tools to streamline Maya workflows.
• Extend Maya’s capabilities and solve production challenges.
• Develop with HOM/HDK and integrate tools into CG pipelines.
• deliver clean, testable, and maintainable code aligned with Brahma AI standards.
• Collaborate with artists, developers, and project managers to plan roadmaps and drive innovation.

Skills

Python

C++

MEL / maya.cmds

Education

Degree in Computer Science / equivalent experience

Tools

Maya API

Maya Plugin Development

HDK / HOM

MEL / maya.cmds

PySide / Qt

Boost.Python / Pybind11

JSON / XML / USD

Git / SVN

Job description

Description

Position at DNEG

Senior Software Developer – Maya

DNEG’s Maya development team augments Autodesk Maya with bespoke software

products to allow artists to create high-end VFX and digital environments, pushing

complexity, scalability, and artistic boundaries through procedural workflows.

In this role, you’ll build artist-facing and backend tools to streamline workflows, extend Maya’s capabilities, and solve production challenges. Yo u’ll primarily develop with HOM,

using HDK when needed, and integrate tools into CG pipelines while maintaining a seamless Maya user experience.

Strong UX awareness, clear documentation, and a focus on usability and adoption are essential. Yo u’ll deliver clean, testable, and maintainable code aligned with Brahma AI standards.

Yo u’ll collaborate with artists, developers, and project managers, requiring excellent communication skills to plan roadmaps and drive innovation across the full software lifecycle (design, develop, test, deploy and support).

Must Have

• Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience developing with mel, maya.cmds and the Maya API
• Maya Plugin Development
• Strong Python and/or C++ skills
• VFX/FX and Maya workflow knowledge
• Linux development experience
• Team-based development and source control experience

Nice to Have

• Experience developing machine learning models
• Experience developing AI-based solutions
• Experience working in an Agile team environment
• Experience with unit/integration testing
• Experience with PySide/Qt, Pybind11/Boost.Python
• Experience with I/O (JSON, XML, USD, Alembic)
• Familiarity with build systems
• Experience with other DCC tools (e.g.: Houdini, Nuke, Unreal)
• Experience leading teams

About DNEG Dedicated Unit (DDU)

The DDU operates within BRAHMA AI and works closely with DNEG to develop technology used directly in production. The team builds tools, platforms and workflows that support VFX and Feature Animation pipelines across DNEG’s global studios. Much of the work focuses on artist-facing tools, large production pipelines, simulation and rendering workflows, and systems that need to run reliably across distributed teams.

About Us

We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. 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, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!