Software Engineer, Graphics
Pixar
Emeryville, CAThis was removed by the employer on 3/6/2018 6:06:00 PM PST
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Pixar's Software R&D team is responsible for developing Pixar's in-house proprietary animation software. Pixar is looking for a graphics software engineer who is committed to creating world-class production tools. This position is responsible for helping create and maintain new software for the studio.
The position requires: a deep understanding of software application engineering; an ability to collaborate in a large cross-functional team of world-class developers and end-user artists; and experience developing robust, easy to maintain code.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop, test and support graphics software in a Linux environment
• Collaborate effectively with engineers, artists, QA, Build, UX, Doc and Project Management
• Quickly respond and proactively investigate requests coming from artists
• Collaborate on Open Source initiatives like OpenSubdiv and USD
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• C and Python mastery
• Understanding of computer graphics problems and techniques
• Knowledge of modern rendering architectures, CPU- and GPU-based
• Experience with GUI design and programming
• Strong software engineering and testing skills
• Strong problem solving skills with high attention to detail and quality
• Experience with Linux
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work with a team to deliver high-quality software in a fast paced, dynamic, deadline-oriented environment
• Proven ability to work with both technical and non-technical software users
PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Experience using Cuda
• Master's degree in Computer Science
• Strong math skills (probability theory, linear algebra, calculus, etc…)
• Familiarity with OpenSubdiv, USD and open source development
• Developing plugins for 3D applications and their APIs (e.g., Maya, Houdini, Katana, Unreal Engine, Unity)
• Experience working on GPU or CPU path tracing rendering engines