Pipeline TD

The role

The Pipeline TD creates, develops, and refines technical aspects of the animation production pipeline. This includes developing tools for character rigging, animation, simulation, layout, and asset management.

What you will do

• Creates, develops, and refines all technical aspects of the animation production pipeline.
• Develops and supports procedures and tools for character rigging, animation, simulation, props, layout, cameras, plates, geometry conversions, and asset management.
• Manages complex scene dependencies across multiple departments.
• Meets schedules and show deadlines.
• Interacts with production, supervisors, and team/peers to problem-solve and share information.
• Follows through on work in progress, dailies, briefings/notes, and feedback.

Required qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Maya and Python programming.
• Experience creating user interfaces with PyQt/PySide.
• Knowledge of the Linux operating system.
• Understanding of the git version control system.
• Experience working on CG and VFX productions.
• 2-year diploma or 1-year certificate, or a minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience.

Nice to have

• Experience with C++
• Familiarity with Katana, Unreal, Houdini, and/or USD
• Understanding of Unreal scene management, sequencer-based operations, and data exchange between DCCs
• Knowledge of USD-based integration and Blueprint scripting within Unreal environments

Benefits

• healthcare
• tuition reimbursement
• RRSP's
• Sick and Vacation leave
• standard increases as applicable

About the company

Sony Pictures Imageworks Canada Inc. is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations.