DIGITALFISH has an immediate need for a PIPELINE TD with experience designing, creating and maintaining editorial pipeline tools for animation or visual effects productions. DigitalFish has long been a trusted partner of leading digital media companies. We're 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 6+ years relevant work experience, but if you think you're right for this position, contact us; we'll listen.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with project management, engineering, and client stakeholders
• Design, implement and test editorial pipeline tools with clean and efficient user interfaces according to the client specifications
• Receive and respond to feedback from client stakeholders
• Debug and resolve issues found in testing
• Write technical briefs and documentation

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• BS/BA in Computer Science or related engineering field
• 6+ years experience developing pipeline solutions in a visual effects or animation production studio
• Solid understanding of Post production workflows
• Experience integrating production management tools such as Shotgrid or ftrack
• Solid understanding of Post Production technologies including video and audio file formats, color management systems, and media conversion tools
• Solid Python programming skills including knowledge of software patterns, debugging and optimization, Python 2 to Python 3 compatibility, packaging and deployment
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development processes
• 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

• Experience developing user-friendly interfaces with Python/Qt, using QtQuick a plus
• Experience developing editorial pipeline tools that interface with Avid
• Hands-on experience writing software that parses, processes, and generates AAF; doing so using OpenTimelineIO is a plus

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Competitive rate
• 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

Our team is fully remote, working effectively together in real time. The ability to work on West Coast time zone is preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFO Principals only, recruiting firms please do not contact us. We are an equal opportunity employer and are hiring immediately. 

DigitalFish is not able to sponsor immigration petitions for this role at this time. All applicants must have the right to work in the U.S. We look forward to hearing from you!