Software Developer – 2D Generalist

Vfxwire; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

BRAHMA AI’s 2D Technology team supports Digital Compositing departments that create high-quality visual effects for film and television. We seek a seasoned software developer with real-world CG production experience to build and maintain tools within a fast-paced pipeline.

Responsibilities include integrating Nuke with proprietary systems, automating repetitive tasks, and designing intuitive interfaces for asset management and data sharing.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant professional experience.
• Programming experience in Python and/or C++ authoring production ready code.
• Experience with software development in a Linux environment.
• Basic knowledge of Nuke.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain tools that support compositing, rotoscoping, matte painting, and motion graphics workflows.
• Integrate and extend industry-standard software (e.g. Nuke) within proprietary pipeline systems.
• Build automation tools to reduce repetitive tasks and improve artist efficiency.
• Design user-friendly interfaces for asset management, compositing templates, and data sharing.
• Contribute to image processing tools, including advanced techniques such as deep image data.
• Collaborate with artists, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver practical solutions.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from design to deployment and support.
• Work within agile teams to continuously improve tools and workflows.

Skills

Python

C++

Linux

Nuke

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Nuke

Qt

Boost

OpenGL

OpenCV

OpenImageIO

OpenColorIO

Nuke NDK

Job description

BRAHMA AI’s 2D Technology team supports Digital Compositing departments that create high-quality visual effects to combine live-action footage with CG imagery. Artists work with elements such as rotoscoping, matte paintings, plate preparation, and motion graphics to produce photorealistic content for film and television.

To support these workflows, the 2D Technology team develops tools and pipeline integrations that enhance productivity and streamline complex compositing tasks. We’re looking for a seasoned software developer with real world experience in CG production.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain tools that support compositing, rotoscoping, matte painting, and motion graphics workflows
• Integrate and extend industry-standard software (e.g. Nuke) within proprietary pipeline systems
• Build automation tools to reduce repetitive tasks and improve artist efficiency
• Design user-friendly interfaces for asset management, compositing templates, and data sharing
• Contribute to image processing tools, including advanced techniques such as deep image data
• Collaborate with artists, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver practical solutions
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from design to deployment and support
• Work within agile teams to continuously improve tools and workflows

Must have:

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant professional experience
• Programming experience in Python and/or C++ authoring production ready code
• Experience with software development in a Linux environment
• Basic knowledge of Nuke

Nice to have:

• Experience developing machine learning models
• Experience developing AI-based solutions
• Experience with source control systems and developing collaboratively as part of a team
• Experience with unit/integration testing
• Experience developing multi-threaded software
• Experience with Qt, Boost,
• Knowledge of the core principles of digital photography and compositing
• Experience with OpenGL, OpenCV, OpenImageIO, OpenColorIO
• Experience with the Nuke C++ NDK and Photoshop javascript

Equal Opportunity Statement

We believe exceptional work is built by diverse, inclusive, and collaborative teams. BRAHMA IA is committed to fostering an environment where individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can thrive, working together at the forefront of creative and technical innovation.

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!