Senior Software Engineer, Houdini

Scanline VFX LA, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Eyeline is a global creative studio pushing the boundaries of visual effects and storytelling. The Senior Software Engineer, Houdini, collaborates with Pipeline Leads to build a Houdini pipeline spanning lookdev, lighting, CFX, and FX, using USD/Solaris as the backbone.

The role emphasizes intuitive, self documenting workflows adaptable to artists of varying skill levels. Applicants bring 8+ years of Houdini pipeline experience, strong Python skills, and a passion for efficient workflows.

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing Houdini pipeline code using Python.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Background as an FX artist using Houdini in production preferred.
• Hands-on experience with OpenUSD / Solaris.
• Experience with PDG / TOPs preferred.
• Understanding of object-oriented programming patterns.
• Comfortable with git and unit testing.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems in Houdini pipeline workflows
• Write high quality Python code that is easy to maintain and is well-tested
• Communicate with artists to identify areas of inefficiency and help gather their requirements
• Contribute to technical briefs and user documentation

Skills

Houdini pipeline coding

Python programming

Git & testing

Communication

OO programming

Tools

OpenUSD / Solaris

PDG / TOPs

Job description

Eyeline is a global team of risk takers, innovators and perfectionists who achieve creative visions and have fun doing it. A dynamic workforce nestled within the industry’s most intriguing cities, united by a drive to push the boundaries of storytelling. Learn more. The Senior Software Engineer, Houdini collaborates with Pipeline Leads to build a Houdini pipeline that spans lookdev, lighting, CFX, and FX, using USD and Solaris as a backbone. They leverage their production experience to create intuitive and self-documenting workflows that can be quickly adopted by users of differing skill levels, and which can operate efficiently on scenes of extreme scale and complexity.

Key Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems in the domain of Houdini pipeline workflows
• Write high quality Python code that is easy to maintain and is well-tested
• Communicate with artists to identify areas of inefficiency and help gather their requirements
• Contribute to technical briefs and user documentation

Qualifications

• Passion for staying on top of latest features in Houdini
• 8+ years experience writing Houdini pipeline code using python
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated talent for designing intuitive, artist-friendly workflows without sacrificing functionality
• Understanding of object-oriented programming patterns
• Comfortable with git and unit testing
• Desire to probe and understand the inner workings of complex systems
• Background as an FX artist using Houdini in production preferred
• Hands-on experience with OpenUSD / Solaris a plus
• Experience with PDG / TOPs preferred

$150,000 - $210,000 CAD a year This salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Vancouver, BC. To determine your base salary, we consider your qualifications, skills, and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary outside of this range and will also be dependent on your location.

About Us

Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality. By blending the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. Our three pillars - VFX, Studios and Labs - form the creative spine of Eyeline, guiding how we think, work, and show up in every frame. At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry and our people are the soul behind everything we do, deepening creative connection, rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, working hand in hand with our creative partners from concept to final pixel.

Netflix Investment- Eyeline

With the support of Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in visual effects and virtual production technology. In addition to our work with Netflix, we continue to partner with a wide range of long-standing and new clients worldwide.

Come as you are

We are looking for those seeking to take risks with us, those driven by passion for their craft. To us, these are key ingredients that we look for in our team. We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications. At Eyeline, we see a future that feels familiar. We blend the heart and time-honored craft of filmmaking with the new forms of technology to unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. We value the convergence of human inspiration and new ways of creating.