Senior Post Technology Engineer – Hybrid VFX Pipeline Lead

Publicis Groupe ANZ

Santa Monica (CA)

Hybrid

USD 48,000 - 74,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Publicis Groupe ANZ in Santa Monica is seeking a seasoned Post Technology Engineer specializing in CG/VFX pipelines and post-production technology. Based in our Santa Monica studio, you will lead engineering operations, support artists, and collaborate with global teams to ensure high-performance workflows across Linux, Windows, and Mac environments.

The role demands strong experience with Flame, Maya, Nuke, Avid, and related tools, plus scripting in Python or similar languages.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
Extensive knowledge of post-production software and VFX pipelines.
Experience supporting remote workflows and streaming platforms.
Strong scripting in Python or similar.
Ability to lead engineering initiatives and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

Lead the software and hardware support team assisting artists using VFX and finishing software including Autodesk Flame, Maya, Nuke, Avid, and Adobe Creative Cloud applications and associated plug-ins.
Manage and help evolve a streamlined VFX pipeline using tools such as ShotGrid, Visional, or similar production tracking systems.
Oversee management of media transfers and delivery portals using Signiant Media Shuttle, MASV, Aspera, and related accelerated transfer platforms.
Oversee daily configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of VFX production workstations and studio environments to ensure optimal performance.
Maintain strong relationships with third-party vendors to update internal technical standards and operational procedures.
Manage calibration of color-critical video displays and audio monitoring systems in accordance with internal and industry standards.
Provide advanced solving support for software, hardware, and workflow-related issues affecting artists and production teams.
Support remote VFX artists using HP Anywhere/PCoIP and related remote desktop technologies.
Solve video, audio, and network switching and routing infrastructure throughout the facility.
Support and optimize storage infrastructure including SAN, NAS, and DAS deployments.
Coordinate with the ReSources network team to support internal and external network infrastructure.
Build, update, and patch production workstations, license servers, and render farms across Linux, Windows, and MacOS platforms.
Manage setup and support of remote streaming and review sessions using Colorfront Streaming Server, Clearview Flex, and related platforms.
Coordinate installation, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities, equipment, and software systems.
Collaborate with global engineering teams to ensure consistent execution of technical standards and support procedures across all HARBOR locations.
Source equipment and materials from vendors to support engineering initiatives.
Create and maintain comprehensive user documentation and procedures for the engineering team.
Perform additional departmental duties as assigned.