Senior Software Engineer, Houdini/Platform

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The Senior Software Engineer works closely with pipeline leads and fellow engineers to architect, develop, and evolve the core components of our Houdini-based pipelines.  Beyond resolving complex workflow issues, they lead the design and implementation of new tools and frameworks that anticipate the evolving needs of production. Drawing on deep software engineering and production experience, they set technical direction for Houdini pipeline initiatives, mentor other engineers, and ensure APIs and other pipeline components are ergonomic, well-documented, performant and scalable across different production domains.

Lead the design and implementation of Houdini pipeline components, tools and workflows, solving complex problems across VFX, Data Capture, Virtual Production and Generative pipelines

Write and review high quality Python (and where relevant, HDK/C++) code that is maintainable, well-tested, and performant at production scale

Partner with Pipeline Leads and engineers to identify pain points in core components and translate them into robust APIs and frameworks that downstream tool developers can build on

Mentor mid-level and junior engineers through code review, pairing, and technical guidance

Contribute to architectural discussions, technical briefs, and user documentation, ensuring scalability and flexibility across projects

Stay current with developments in Houdini, USD, Solaris, and related technologies, bringing innovative approaches to the team