Full-Time
Pipeline Engineer
Posted on 10/1/2025
Sphere Entertainment Co.
501-1,000 employees
Operates live entertainment venue and networks
Compensation Overview
$125k - $160k/yr
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship
Burbank, CA, USA
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- Minimum of four years writing pipeline tools for a VFX, post, or animation facility.
- Strong understanding of software development best practices; testing, version management, etc.
- Strong experience in all major operating systems: Windows, Linux, MacOS.
- Strong development experience with Python.
- Familiarity with creating pipeline integrations for Nuke, Houdini, After Effects, Maya, Resolve, etc.
- Experience with version control tools: Git.
- Experience designing user interfaces with PyQt.
- Experience with Flow Production Tracking (formerly ShotGrid).
- Detail oriented with excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, take criticism, and work under high pressure with tight deadlines.
- Good problem solving, troubleshooting, and debugging skills.
- Ability to collaborate with team members across different disciplines including directly interfacing with stakeholders to understand requirements.
- Design, develop, and maintain Pipeline’s software tools.
- Support a variety of artist workflows: I/O, Editorial, VFX, Color, Sound, QC, Review, Mastering, and Delivery.
- Support a variety of production types: Exo Sphere advertisements, long-format in-venue features, real-time, etc.
- Directly collaborate with end users and stakeholders to determine scalable solutions to address problems in a user-friendly manner from proof-of-concept to deployment.
- Adhere to industry-standard conventions for coding and documentation.
- Identify potential optimizations or newer solutions to existing pipeline tools.
- Experience with ASWF’s Rez package management is a plus.
- Experience with Deadline (or similar render manager) is a plus.
Sphere Entertainment Co. runs live entertainment and media businesses with two segments: Sphere and MSG Networks. Sphere operates the Sphere venue in Las Vegas, a multi-sensory event space that hosts concerts, shows, and corporate events, earning revenue from ticket sales, sponsorships, and exterior advertising on the Exosphere. MSG Networks includes two regional networks (MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet) and the MSG+ streaming service, with revenue mainly from distributor affiliation fees and advertising, plus streaming. The company blends in-person live experiences with broadcast and streaming media to reach advertisers and diverse audiences, aiming to grow revenue and audience across live events and media.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
N/A
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Las Vegas Sphere sold 1.7M tickets for $379M revenue in 2025 per Pollstar.
- Q1 2026 revenue hit $386.4M, up 37.7%, beating estimates by strong venue performance.
- Abu Dhabi and National Harbor Spheres expand immersive venue footprint globally.
What critics are saying
- Diamond Sports bankruptcy slashes MSG Networks fees 50-70% by Q3 2026.
- Live Nation blocks major acts, capping Sphere capacity at 60% through 2027.
- UAE rejects Abu Dhabi Sphere, wasting $500M by mid-2027.
What makes Sphere Entertainment Co. unique
- Sphere delivers multi-sensory immersive experiences via Las Vegas venue's advanced LED technology.
- Exosphere enables unique global advertising activations like Sphere of Cheer with AMC.
- MSG Networks exclusively airs Knicks and Rangers games in New York DMA.
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Perigon Wealth Management has acquired a new stake in Sphere Entertainment, purchasing 17,819 shares valued at approximately $1.7 million during the fourth quarter. The investment represents around 0.05% ownership of the company. Sphere Entertainment develops and operates large-scale immersive entertainment venues, including its flagship location in Las Vegas. The investment signals potential institutional confidence in Sphere's business model and growth prospects. The disclosure was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Market observers will monitor whether other institutional investors follow suit with similar positions in the company.
Could Nashville land a Sphere music venue? March 29, 2026 The Sphere opened in Las Vegas in 2023, and now Sphere Entertainment is considering opening a smaller version in Nashville, reports Axios. There are no specific details available on this project in terms of where it might be built or when it would open. Sphere Entertainment has not officially responded to the possibility of Nashville gaining a smaller version of the Sphere. The company did announce a second location would be built in Prince George's County, a destination in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, a smaller version of the Las Vegas venue. The Sphere is a massive glowing orb that attracts attention in Las Vegas and was built at a cost of $2.3 billion. It gives the concert attendee a full immersive experience with curved screens projecting during the show. A few of the artists that have had residencies include Kenny Chesney, U2, The Eagles, and more.
Sphere Entertainment reported Q4 revenues of $394.3 million, up 27.9% year on year and exceeding analysts' expectations by 4.4%. The company, known for its Las Vegas Sphere venue, delivered a mixed quarter with an earnings per share beat but missed EBITDA estimates. The consumer discretionary leisure facilities sector saw a challenging Q4 overall. The 10 tracked stocks in this segment missed revenue consensus estimates by 3.5%, though next quarter's guidance aligned with expectations. Share prices declined 5.7% on average following earnings announcements. Sphere Entertainment recorded the fastest revenue growth in the group. Its shares rose 16.6% since reporting and currently trade at $110.50, bucking the sector's downward trend.
MSG Entertainment, Sphere Entertainment name Allen Lo EVP and Chief Legal Officer. Home " MSG Entertainment, Sphere Entertainment name Allen Lo EVP and Chief Legal Officer. By Olivia Perreault 5 hours ago Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. and Sphere Entertainment Co. have appointed veteran technology and media attorney Allen Lo as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer for both companies, effective March 30. In the newly created dual role, Lo will oversee all corporate and business legal affairs across MSG Entertainment and Sphere Entertainment, while leading their legal teams and advising senior leadership on strategic initiatives, major transactions, and corporate governance. He will report directly to Executive Chairman and CEO Jim Dolan. Dolan said Lo's extensive experience handling complex legal and business matters will be a key asset as both companies continue to expand their portfolios in live entertainment and immersive technology. Lo joins from Meta, where he most recently served as Vice President, Legal and Deputy General Counsel. During his tenure, he managed global legal and regulatory matters and oversaw intellectual property strategy across major business units including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Reality Labs. Prior to Meta, Lo held senior legal roles at Google, where he led intellectual property efforts tied to Android and the company's mobile strategy, and at Juniper Networks, where he played a central role in scaling the company's legal operations and supporting major transactions and partnerships. He began his legal career at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office before moving into private practice focused on intellectual property law. Lo's appointment underscores MSG Entertainment and Sphere Entertainment's continued emphasis on strengthening executive leadership as both companies navigate evolving opportunities at the intersection of live experiences, media, and technology. In addition to his corporate roles, Lo serves on the Board of Visitors at Georgetown University Law Center and has been recognized by industry organizations including the National Law Journal and the California Diversity Council for his leadership and contributions to the legal field. He holds a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and a Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University.
MSG Entertainment and Sphere Entertainment have appointed Allen Lo as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer for both companies, effective 30 March. Lo brings over 30 years of legal experience in technology and media industries. In his new role, Lo will oversee corporate and business legal affairs for both companies, partnering with senior leadership on business strategy, transactions and corporate governance. He will report to Jim Dolan, who serves as Executive Chairman and CEO of both organisations. Lo joins from Meta, where he served as Vice President, Legal and Deputy General Counsel, managing intellectual property matters across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and other divisions. Previously, he held senior legal positions at Google and Juniper Networks.