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Houdini Pipeline Engineer

DigitalFish has an immediate need for a Houdini Pipeline Engineer who has a strong grasp of Houdini as a developer and user, and who has practical experience integrating Houdini into professional visual effects, animation or video-game production pipelines. As a Houdini Pipeline Engineer with DigitalFish, you will be responsible for the integration of a state-of-the art Houdini fur simulation system into the pipeline at one of the largest and most successful visual effects companies in the industry.

DigitalFish has long been a trusted partner of leading digital media companies, and we are at the center of their efforts to build a new generation of platforms and experiences. Current and past customers include Apple, Google, Meta, Disney, DreamWorks, Activision, Technicolor, ESPN, LEGO, NASA and many others.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years relevant work experience, but if you think you’re right for this position, contact us; we’ll listen.

Responsibilities

• Develop Python scripts, Houdini nodes and Houdini Digital Assets (HDA) for the efficient management of creative data
• Participate in daily scrums and interviews with stakeholders to ensure the successful gathering of requirements, planning and execution for all tasks involved in delivering a pipeline that integrates with other aspects of the overall project
• Collaborate and contribute with peers in an Agile development environment, including conducting code reviews to ensure quality and standards are maintained
• Identify challenging aspects of integration and deployment of the pipeline in production together with members of the client studio
• Contribute to documenting design, implementation and usage of the pipeline
• Educate end users on how to take advantage of new capabilities unlocked by the pipeline

Job Requirements

• BS/BA in Computer Science or related engineering field
• 7+ years experience developing pipeline solutions in a visual-effects or animation-production studio, or a combination of an advanced degree plus relevant work experience
• Highly skilled in the use of Houdini, including in the creation and maintenance of HDA’s and VEX code
• Experience writing Python code for creative pipelines, with special focus on the relevant Houdini modules
• Expert in workflows and pipelines for VFX production
• Adept at writing code for asset-management systems
• Experience working collaboratively with version control (e.g., Git)
• Familiarity with working in an Agile environment and using Agile tools (e.g., Jira)
• Self-motivated with strong communications skills and able to work both in a team and independently
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Bonus Requirements

• Working experience with Katana
• Proficient in C++ development
• Hands on experience creating plug-ins for USD
• Working experience with Solaris and LOP networks
• Experience working with Houdini viewer states

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive rate per qualifications
• Ability to influence product and features built on cutting-edge technologies
• Work with a well-respected, creative and talented group of experts in graphics and animation

Location

We fully support telecommuting during these times.

Additional Info

This is a contract position. Principals only, recruiting firms please do not contact us. We are an equal opportunity employer and are hiring immediately. We look forward to hearing from you!