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Rodeo FX

Award-winning visual effects studio for film

Senior Technical Director Katana

Software EngineeringPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeMontreal, QC, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of Python development.
  • Knowledge of Katana is required.
  • Previous experience as a Technical Director on animated feature films, animated television series, and/or VFX feature films.
  • Ability to organize work effectively, prioritize requests from artists, and meet production deadlines.
  • English proficiency, written and spoken, including technical English.
  • Ability to adapt technical and artistic communication to the audience.
  • Ability to work in a team and share knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with department supervisors and the Animation Director to create tools and optimizations.
  • Integrate services or tools into the pipeline by writing Python and/or C++ plugins and extensions to support and improve crowd performance.
  • Write documentation for developed tools and code.
  • Meet schedules and production quotas communicated by the Coordination team and supervisor.
  • Implement requested fixes using analytical thinking.
  • Work with the supervisor to ensure configurations are integrated and maintained.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Maya is an asset.
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methods.
  • Ability to code in C++.

About the Company

Rodeo FX

Award-winning visual effects studio for film

Rodeo FX is a full-service visual effects studio with teams in Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto, Los Angeles, Paris and Bengaluru. It creates moving image work for film and television by handling the entire VFX pipeline—from concept and design through animation, simulation, and compositing to final rendering. The company emphasizes craftsmanship and technological creativity to deliver high-quality visual effects that resonate with audiences. It differentiates itself through its global, multi-location production capability, award-winning track record, and end-to-end services that allow projects to move from initial concept to finished, seamless visuals within one studio. Its goal is to produce compelling, believable visual effects that enhance storytelling and connect with viewers.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
2006

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