Systems Administrators job at Digital Domain, HYD

Festybay; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Global mobility support

Catered meals

Fitness programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Digital Domain India is looking for an experienced Systems Administrator to maintain, optimize, and scale its technical infrastructure in Hyderabad. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 7 years of experience in VFX, Animation, or Gaming, with strong skills in Linux and Windows administration.

This full-time position offers comprehensive health coverage and opportunities for career development. The job is on-site, requiring work in a cutting-edge production environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 7 years of experience in VFX, Animation, Gaming, or Enterprise Infrastructure.
• Strong skills in managing Linux and Windows systems.
• Experience with networking and enterprise storage solutions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize local systems infrastructure.
• Administer high-performance storage and render farms.
• Provide Tier-2 and Tier-3 technical support.

Skills

Linux system administration

Windows Server administration

Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

High-density blade servers

Network switches

Storage solutions (NFS, SMB)

Job description

Systems Administrator Job Overview

Digital Domain is an academy-award-winning global leader in visual effects (VFX), virtual reality, and digital human technology. Over our rich history, we have contributed to hundreds of blockbuster feature films, high-profile commercials, epic gaming cinematics, and episodic streaming content. Driven by a passion for relentless innovation, our global studios span across Los Angeles, Vancouver, Montreal, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Hyderabad.

Our state-of-the-art facility in the WaveRock SEZ, Hyderabad, features a purpose-built, 33,000 sq. ft. cinematic production environment. We bridge the gap between creative artistry and complex computer engineering. To support this massive computational engine, our Infrastructure and Technology team is expanding. We are seeking an experienced, highly collaborative systems administrator to maintain, optimize, and scale the mission-critical tech infrastructure powering our world-class visual experiences.

Job Details

Company Name: Digital Domain India
Job Role: Systems Administrator
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Location: WaveRock SEZ, Financial District, Hyderabad, Telangana, India (500032)
Work Model: On-site (due to data security, rendering hardware requirements, and studio protocols)
Estimated Compensation Range: ₹12,00,000 – ₹18,00,000 per annum (commensurate with experience and technical skillset)
Experience Level: 3 to 7 years in VFX, Animation, Gaming, or Enterprise M&E Infrastructure

Responsibilities

Infrastructure Management & Maintenance

• Monitor, configure, and maintain local systems infrastructure, including high-density blade servers, workstations, and network switches.
• Oversee and optimize high-performance storage arrays (NAS/SAN) configured for real-time uncompressed 4K/8K playback and heavy caching.
• Support and scale the local render farm nodes, managing task distribution software (e.g., Deadline, Tractor) to maximize computational efficiency.
• Implement routine system updates, patches, firmware upgrades, and security protocols without disrupting rolling artist schedules.
• Administer heterogeneous environments heavily reliant on Linux (CentOS, Rocky Linux, RHEL) alongside Windows workstation environments.
• Manage cross-platform user access control using Active Directory (AD), LDAP, and FreeIPA identity systems.
• Write, test, and deploy automated shell scripts (Bash, Python, PowerShell) to optimize repetitive tasks, monitor system health, and parse system log files.

Network & Security Operations

• Maintain internal high-speed networks (10 GbE to 100 GbE architectures) to handle massive media file transfers securely.
• Enforce strict studio security parameters in line with Motion Picture Association (MPA) guidelines and Trusted Partner Network (TPN) compliance.
• Supervise firewall rules, internal routing, secure VPN connections, and localized subnets to protect intellectual property.

Technical Support & Collaboration

• Act as the Tier-2 and Tier-3 technical escalation path for on-site artists, technical directors, and production managers.
• Collaborate with our global core technology teams based in North America and East Asia to align local workflows with global standards.
• Document local environment configurations, hardware deployments, network topologies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Technical Skills & Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent technical certification.
• Core OS Proficiency: Strong system administration skills in Linux environments (RedHat, CentOS, Rocky Linux) and Windows Server environments.
• Network & Storage Mastery: Deep understanding of networking basics (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing) and enterprise storage solutions (NFS, SMB/CIFS, Isilon, Pixit).
• Scripting capabilities: Functional proficiency in Python or Bash scripting to create automated tools for system configuration.

Preferred (Plus) Attributes

• Direct infrastructure experience within VFX, Post-Production, Gaming, or Animation studios.
• Familiarity with industry-standard pipeline tools and software licensing configurations (RLM, FlexLM) for tools like Autodesk Maya, SideFX Houdini, Nuke, or Unreal Engine.
• Exposure to cloud hybrid rendering setups (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure).

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance policies for you and your dependents.
• Global Mobility Support: Comprehensive relocation assistance packages for highly qualified candidates moving to Hyderabad from other Indian tech hubs.
• Wellness & Office Perks: Fully catered meals, subsidized on-site cafeteria options, break zones, and fitness programs built into the WaveRock ecosystem.
• Cutting-Edge Workspace: Work within a visually stunning, acoustically optimized, custom-designed dark studio environment built explicitly for high-end cinematic visualization.
• Career Development: Structured technical training paths, cross-studio knowledge sharing, and opportunities to lead next-generation pipeline projects.

Application and Interview Process

• Resume Screening
• Technical Screening Interview (30-minute conversation focused on system diagnostic approaches, Linux configurations, and storage infrastructure paradigms)
• Deep-Dive Technical Panel (comprehensive review of architectural knowledge, network design logic, automation practices, and live systems troubleshooting)
• Cultural Fit & HR Evaluation (aligning compensation benchmarks, reviewing operational shift preferences, and detailing relocation workflows)
• Offer

How to Apply

If you are a systems administrator ready to support the creation of the next generation of blockbuster cinema and digital human tech, we want to hear from you.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV, professional certifications, and a brief summary of their enterprise or post-production infrastructure experience to our global recruitment ecosystem at [e-mail] or via our localized portal at http://careers.digitaldomain.com/. Please use the subject line: [Application] Systems Administrator – Hyderabad Studio.