Senior Pipeline TD (Animation)

TL;DR

Senior Pipeline TD (Animation): Designing, maintaining, and evolving the studio’s production pipeline with an accent on data flow, workflow efficiency, and scalable tool development. Focus on leading technical initiatives, troubleshooting complex production issues, and mentoring team members to ensure a stable and forward-thinking environment.

Location: Must be based in or able to work onsite in Vancouver, British Columbia

Company

Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company, delivering high-quality content for major global streaming platforms.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain pipeline tools to enhance production efficiency and scalability.
• Analyze and troubleshoot pipeline issues to minimize production disruption.
• Collaborate with artists, supervisors, and IT to align pipeline functionality with project needs.
• Contribute to long-term pipeline strategy and the implementation of new technologies.
• Mentor and support junior and intermediate Pipeline TDs.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for tools, workflows, and systems.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a technical or pipeline role in animation, VFX, or gaming.
• 3+ years of experience in a senior or lead capacity.
• Strong proficiency in Python with a focus on clean, scalable code.
• Deep understanding of animation/VFX pipelines and data flow across departments.
• Solid grasp of software development principles, design patterns, and SOLID practices.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.

Nice to have

• Degree in Computer Science or Computer Graphics.
• Experience with DCC applications (Maya, Houdini, Nuke, ZBrush, Mari).
• Knowledge of Maya APIs (MEL, PyMEL, Python API).
• Familiarity with USD, Alembic, and production tracking tools like ShotGrid.
• Experience with render farm management tools such as Deadline.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborate on top-tier CG franchises for major platforms like Netflix and Disney+.
• Work within a diverse, global team in a supportive studio environment.
• Access to continuous learning opportunities and professional mentorship.
• Generous benefits package and direct deposit.
• Commitment to a premium standard of quality and creative autonomy.