Full-Time

Senior Pipeline Developer

Maya

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Scanline VFX

Scanline VFX

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides visual effects and real-time production

Design
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$100k - $170kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Hybrid position in Los Angeles.

Category
3D Modeling
Animation
Visual Effects (VFX)
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
Python
Git
C/C++
Requirements
  • Passion for staying on top of latest features in Maya
  • 8+ years experience writing Maya 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
  • Experience as an artist using Maya in production preferred
  • Experience writing a Maya pipeline using OpenUSD preferred
  • Experience programming in C++ preferred
Responsibilities
  • Solve complex problems in the domain of Maya 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

Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Grünwald, Germany

Founded

1989

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Netflix's investment enhances Scanline's pipeline and infrastructure.
  • Rising demand for high-quality VFX in streaming content benefits Scanline.
  • Expansion into South Korea capitalizes on emerging market opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging VFX studios in Asia.
  • AI-driven VFX tools may disrupt traditional workflows.
  • Volatility in streaming service investments could impact Scanline's project pipeline.

What makes Scanline VFX unique

  • Scanline VFX's proprietary software, Flowline, creates photorealistic natural phenomena.
  • Eyeline Studios offers unmatched flexibility in real-time filmmaking.
  • Scanline VFX has a global presence with studios in seven key locations.

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Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Flexible Work Hours