Software Engineer - Procedural Geometry & Simulation

Job Description

Could you be the motivated Software Developer we are seeking to join our core R&D group? If so, you would help continue the evolution of our visual effects production tools and processes, especially in the areas of natural phenomena simulation, procedural geometry generation/amplification, and creature effects. The role will involve the development and support of tools and techniques in collaboration with our artistic staff.

You may have a background in film, animation, television, visualisation or games fields. An interest in mathematics and/or physics would be beneficial.

What you'll get to do:
• Work alongside some of the best artists and developers in the world
• Apply your technical skills to create new tools and techniques for simulating hair, fur and cloth
• Integrate those tools and techniques into both established and new artist workflows

What you bring:
• A tertiary qualification in Computer Science or Engineering
• 3 or more years of experience in a related field
• Software development experience using C++/C++11 and Python
• Working knowledge of relevant applications such as Houdini and Maya, including their APIs
• Ability to develop tools and UIs for creative users
• Experience with UNIX / LINUX
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently for some tasks
• Experience using software profiling and optimisation tools e.g. VTune, Valgrind
• Mathematical skills and familiarity with algorithms for numerical simulation
• Working knowledge of other relevant APIs or extension languages, such as OpenGL, Bullet, OpenVDB, CUDA, Boost, TBB, Qt or PyQt
• An appreciation of design aesthetics

What you'll need to include in your application:
• Your resume/CV
• You may also give links to relevant websites that might demonstrate your work either as code or as a visual example of the results of your code

What we offer you:
• The opportunity to join a growing, independently owned and operated, award-winning studio!
• A chance to contribute to the success of ground-breaking animated feature films
• Exposure to working within a USD pipeline
• A dedicated Learning and Development team focused on your personal career growth
• Flexible work arrangements, with work from home options
• A generous leave policy including paid annual leave, sick days, as well as 'Volunteer' days to support those causes close to your heart!
• A world-renowned working environment packed with social clubs, activities and events
• A variety of employee benefits includin g breakfast, free use of barista coffee machines and snacks galore!

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, then we want to hear from you!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rvey7m-18-118-227-69-42 in your application.