Sr. Software Engineer - Pipeline and Compositing

Job Description

Sr. Software Engineer - Pipeline and Compositing (PH)

We are seeking a highly skilled VFX/Animation Software Engineer with a strong background in 2D compositing tools and pipelines to take on an exciting technology project. The ideal candidate will have experience working with legacy systems, as well as, understanding the capabilities and strengths of modern tools and technologies in the Compositing space.

This role will be fully dedicated to the transition of 2D assets, metadata, and compositing processes from a legacy system to a yet to be determined modern platform. This role would be expected to learn about how our legacy system works from veteran engineers and artists with the goal of developing a proposal on how relevant assets and workflows can be moved to new solutions built primarily on industry standard 3rd party/open-source tools. Once a plan has been selected, this role will be the primary engineer behind its technical execution and will be expected to work with internal and external partners to complete the transition. This role might also involve mentoring/delegating some tasks to eager, junior developers.

Key Responsibilities:
• Interface with veteran software engineers and artists with experience of legacy system to understand it's innerworkings
• Architect and develop a solution to extract assets, metadata, and processes from a legacy, internally developed system and migrate them into a modern platform
• Hands on development of automation processes/workflows that will handle majority of migration and validation tasks
• Possible mentorship/training of junior developers to assist with implementation of various tasks in overall solution
• Develop a roadmap of the project and present regular status updates to Stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications:
• 7+ years of experience in VFX/Animation pipeline development, with at least 2+ years of focus on compositing
• Proficiency in Nuke, After Effects, or other relevant compositing software
• Strong understanding of key image concepts like color and coordinate spaces
• Experience with Python scripting and process automation
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Organized and self-motivated

Preferred Qualifications:
• Leadership experience in a VFX/Animation pipeline or compositing role
• Interest/familiarity with new and emerging technologies/workflows in image processing, computer vision and compositing
• Experience working with artistic teams and managing technology projects
• Keen interest in finding efficiencies and reducing friction for artists performing their craft

The hiring range for this position in California is $136,100 – $182,400 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Disney Animation continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully-animated feature film, 1937's ''Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,'' to the upcoming fall 2024 feature, ''Moana 2.'' Among the studio's timeless creations are ''Pinocchio,'' ''Sleeping Beauty,'' ''The Jungle Book,'' ''The Little Mermaid,'' ''The Lion King,'' ''Frozen,'' ''Zootopia,'' and ''Encanto.''

This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Animation Studios.

Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r04y01-18-223-125-5-42 in your application.