Senior Virtual Production Engineer - Real-time Technologies

Placements24

Sandton

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Fully remote work environment

Professional development opportunities

Industry conference attendance

Access to real-time technology

Retirement savings plan with employer

Home office setup budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Virtual Production Engineer for a fully remote team. You will design and optimize real-time virtual production pipelines using Unreal Engine, integrating motion capture, camera tracking, and displays to empower directors and artists.

The role emphasizes advanced rendering, shader work, and tool development, with mentoring and collaboration across disciplines in a remote, asynchronous environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a technical field.
7+ years in real-time graphics, game development, or virtual production.
Proven Unreal Engine experience with virtual production features.
Strong rendering, shader, and asset optimization knowledge.
Experience with motion capture, camera tracking, and live compositing workflows.
Proficient in scripting languages (Python, C#) and C++.
Excellent problem-solving and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain virtual production pipelines using real-time engines.
Integrate hardware and software for motion capture, tracking, and displays.
Collaborate with directors and TDs to define virtual production needs.
Troubleshoot real-time rendering and asset streaming issues.
Develop custom tools and plugins to enhance workflows.
Ensure performance and stability of real-time systems in production.
Stay up-to-date with emerging VR/RT tech and best practices.
Mentor teammates in virtual production techniques and tools.
Document workflows and system configurations.
Contribute to R&D of next-gen virtual production solutions.

Skills

Real-time graphics

Game development

Virtual production

Shader development

Asset optimization

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Arts, Film Production, or related field

Tools

Unreal Engine

Python

C++

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking leader in the Arts & Entertainment sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Virtual Production Engineer to join their pioneering, fully remote team. This role is at the cutting edge of filmmaking and game development, focusing on the implementation and optimization of real-time technologies for virtual production workflows. You will be instrumental in developing and maintaining the systems that enable artists and directors to create content interactively and efficiently, leveraging tools like Unreal Engine. The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical understanding of real-time rendering, game engines, motion capture, and related virtual production technologies, combined with a passion for innovative storytelling. As a remote-first organization, we champion asynchronous communication, flexible work arrangements, and a collaborative digital environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the future of media creation from anywhere in the world, working on projects that blend the boundaries of film, television, and gaming. Your expertise will empower creative teams to achieve ambitious visual goals with unparalleled speed and flexibility. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and pushing the envelope in real-time production methodologies. Your contributions will be vital in shaping immersive narrative experiences and bringing visionary projects to life through advanced technology.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain virtual production pipelines using real-time engines (e.g., Unreal Engine).
Integrate and optimize hardware and software for virtual production, including motion capture, camera tracking, and display systems.
Collaborate with directors, cinematographers, technical directors, and other stakeholders to define and execute virtual production needs.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to real-time rendering, asset streaming, and pipeline integration.
Develop custom tools and plugins to enhance the virtual production workflow.
Ensure optimal performance and stability of real-time systems during production.
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in virtual production and real-time graphics.
Mentor and support other team members on virtual production techniques and tools.
Document technical workflows and system configurations.
Contribute to the research and development of next-generation virtual production solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Arts, Film Production, or a related technical field; or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in real-time graphics, game development, or virtual production.
Proven expertise with Unreal Engine and its virtual production features.
Strong understanding of real-time rendering, shader development, and asset optimization.
Experience with motion capture, camera tracking systems, and live compositing workflows.
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, C#) and experience with C++.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fully remote team environment.
Passion for filmmaking, gaming, and cutting-edge technology.
A portfolio showcasing relevant real-time graphics or virtual production work.

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