Description
Position at DNEG The Technology department at DNEG is responsible for creating and supporting the technology used by our artists and the software infrastructure required by a multi-site, global studio. With multiple film projects running in parallel, from the project's initial design, to production and post-production, there are complex problems, which arise through thousands of artists producing tens of thousands of shots and sharing assets.As an Unreal TD, you will be helping to drive how we can leverage Realtime software such as Epic’s Unreal Engine to meet the varying needs of Feature Animation.You will also be collaborating with production stakeholders and other members of the Technology group to develop efficient workflows and new technologies to maximise its impact on our production processes.Must have:
1. A solid understanding of Unreal Editor, Unreal Engine, Blueprints, C++ APIs and Perforce
2. Extensive programming experience in C++ & Python
3. Experience with source control systems and team development
4. Experience with Linux and Windows
5. Industry experience in VFX, Feature Animation or Games
6. Confident in navigating ambiguity and providing solutions when problem solving
7. Be proactive and work with initiative, and comfortable with working in an agile environment with multiple priorities
8. Has thorough understanding of and contributes to maintaining coding standards
Nice to have:
9. Experience developing artist tools for multiple platforms, namely Windows and Linux
10. Experience with Virtual Production, VFX and Feature Animation tools and workflows
11. Experience with multi-user Unreal development
12. Experience developing VR/AR iOS apps
13. Experience leading development projects including but not limited to scoping, prototyping, delegating etc.
14. A degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
15. Familiarity with VFX software packages, such as Houdini, Maya, Nuke, Solaris or Katana
About youThis is an excellent opportunity for passionate developers to collaborate with world-class artists on how Unreal Engine and other real-time technologies can be leveraged in a global VFX & Feature Animation studio.DNEG Animation is a world-class animation studio that crafts captivating worlds and compelling characters through beautiful animation. Our studio is fuelled by the passion and talents of our global crew, and through them we are delivering an exciting slate of major new projects, such as The Angry Birds Movie 3, The Cat in the Hat, and Bad Fairies.We thrive on diverse styles of animation, from complex graphic novel adaptations to beautifully-stylized films. Each project is driven by our team's expertise in the craft of animation and we believe every role plays a huge part in the success of our shows.Join a team where the only 'house style' is quality and work alongside some of the best talent in the business to help bring iconic characters and unique worlds to life. Stories that we are honored to be a part of include The Garfield Movie, Nimona, Under the Boardwalk, Entergalactic, and Ron's Gone Wrong.Always striving to further the art of animation, we are currently in production on a number of major animated features and are looking for new talent to join our incredible team. If you thrive on collaboration and the creative energy it provides, together we will create spectacular visuals and breathe life into unforgettable characters and enchanting animated worlds.
About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).
At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!