Maya Software Engineer

Visa Hunt; United States; On-site; USD 139,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk Consulting M&E is seeking an experienced software engineer to advise customers on Maya toolchains and production workflows. You will diagnose issues, implement fixes, and develop enhancements in the Maya ecosystem, collaborating with studios and internal teams.

The role emphasizes strong C++/Python coding, knowledge of CG pipelines, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to customers. Occasional travel to customer sites may occur.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience, ideally building tools/workflows for Maya.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Game/Film production pipelines.
• Experience with C++ and Python coding.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teams.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a production environment.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks and Codex-like tools for coding.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with top studios using Maya to understand pipelines and build solutions.
• Work with developers, UX designers, QAs, and product owners to troubleshoot and implement fixes.
• Develop high quality code, write functional tests, and contribute to technical designs.
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team and contribute to customer success.
• Occasional travel to customer sites and Autodesk offices may be required.

Skills

5+ years software engineering

Game/Film pipelines knowledge

Interpersonal & problem-solving

Fluent in English

AI/ML familiarity

Remote work capability

Tools

C++

Python

Maya API

Codex tooling

Job description

Position Overview

Autodesk Maya is one of the leading software packages used for content creation by some of the biggest names in VFX, TV, and Games. On the Autodesk Consulting Media and Entertainment Team, we have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional software engineer and subject matter expert to join our growing team, directly supporting our customers in the amazing work they do. As a key member of our team, you will be collaborating directly with our global customers as they develop their tools and workflows around Maya, providing advice and guidance from both a technical and a production perspective. You will be responsible for advising them, diagnosing issues, finding solutions, and developing fixes and enhancements in the product that help them to be successful.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with top studios using Maya to understand their existing pipelines and requirements, to build solutions, improve efficiency or functionality of those pipelines

• Work with other developers, user experience designers, QAs, and product owners to identify, troubleshoot, design, and develop product fixes and enhancements

• Develop high quality code, write functional tests, and collaborate on technical designs

• Be a member of a fun, collaborative, high-performing team and contribute directly to the success of the Autodesk Consulting M&E Team and our customers

• Occasional travel to customer sites and Autodesk offices may be required

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years software engineering and/or production experience, ideally developing tools and workflows using the Maya C++ or Python APIs utilizing computer graphics algorithms and techniques

• Demonstrated knowledge of Game and/or Film Production Pipelines

• Experience and strong coding proficiency with C++ and Python.

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, ability to work well in a cross-functional, high-performing team, and communicate highly technical information to customers

• Strong technical troubleshooting skills

• Exceptional organizational skills. Comfortable working independently to tackle challenges in a remote working environment.

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks as well as working with Codex or other similar tools to aid in coding.

• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using or developing within other key Autodesk products. For example: Arnold, 3dsMax, MotionBuilder, Flow Production Tracking, Flow Capture, RV, etc

• Familiarity with C# or game engines (Unreal or Unity)

About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

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Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $139,000 and $249,260. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $131,000 and $191,400. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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