Senior/Principal Python Engineer – Lead the Charge in Creative Tech Innovation Location: Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Are you a highly experienced Senior/Principal Python Engineer looking to shape the future of creative technology?
This is an incredible opportunity to lead the development, architecture, and implementation of production pipelines that power the most innovative projects in animation, VFX, and virtual production.
Our client, a leading player in the creative tech sector, is seeking a top-tier engineer to join their team and take ownership of their critical pipeline systems.
At the intersection of creativity and cutting-edge technology, our client's work spans industries such as gaming, film, and digital media.
They are at the forefront of building powerful tools that enable creative professionals to push boundaries, and your expertise will be key in designing and maintaining scalable, efficient, and reliable production pipelines.
Our client is a fast-growing and innovative company that plays a significant role in the creative tech space, providing industry-leading tools and infrastructure for animation studios, visual effects houses, and game developers.
They empower teams to bring imaginative and visually stunning projects to life with seamless production workflows.
The company's work is integral to shaping the future of virtual content creation, making it an exciting place for engineers who want to have a direct impact on the evolving creative landscape.
As a Senior/Principal Python Engineer , you'll be working on advanced systems that optimise workflows and automate repetitive tasks, ultimately driving productivity across all production disciplines, from modelling and rigging to rendering and cloud-based operations.
Architect and design scalable, efficient production pipelines for VFX, animation, modelling, rigging, and rendering.
Oversee the operation of render farms, automating task submission workflows and optimising rendering pipelines for maximum efficiency.
Automate repetitive tasks to streamline processes, improving productivity from asset creation to final rendering.
Ensure version control practices across the pipeline using Perforce or Git , maintaining data integrity and smooth team collaboration.
Work with cloud-based infrastructure to enhance rendering workflows and asset management across virtual platforms.
Lead the integration of CI/CD pipelines, automating deployment and testing to improve pipeline performance and scalability.
Proficiency in Python for tool development and workflow automation.
~ Strong background in DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines for automating production processes.
~ Excellent collaboration skills, working with both technical and creative teams to align on production requirements.
~ Knowledge of cloud-based workflows and experience in rendering pipelines on cloud platforms.
Impactful Work : Be a key player in the creative tech sector, helping to shape the future of digital content creation with industry-leading pipeline technologies.
Cutting-Edge Innovation : Work on highly innovative projects at the intersection of VFX, animation, and virtual production, collaborating with top-tier artists and engineers.
Growth Opportunities : With a focus on continuous learning and innovation, this is an excellent opportunity to further your career in the fast-evolving creative tech space.
Work-Life Balance : Enjoy a flexible working environment with a company that values the wellbeing and professional development of its employees.
Applicants must live in Northern Ireland to be considered for this role.
If you're passionate about pipeline engineering and want to work in one of the most exciting sectors in tech, apply today and help shape the future of creative technology!