Senior Pipeline TD – Film 2D

About This Opportunity

Our talent team is representing a confidential visual effects organization seeking a Senior Pipeline TD specializing in Film 2D workflows. This is a remote opportunity based in the UK (unfortunately visa sponsorship and relocation cannot be supported for this role).

You'll be joining a team that works on high-end film and episodic projects, building intelligent pipeline solutions that empower artists to focus on creative delivery. This newly created role sits at the intersection of software engineering and production artistry, where you'll develop robust Python tools, integrate practical machine learning solutions, and ensure seamless workflows across Compositing, Paint & Roto, Editorial, and Review Tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain artist-friendly Python and PySide tools across 2D workflows
• Integrate practical machine learning solutions into active pipelines to automate complex tasks and accelerate shot delivery
• Collaborate closely with Compositing Supervisors, VFX Supervisors, and department heads to proactively identify and resolve workflow bottlenecks
• Maintain and expand core software libraries with clean code, Git version control, and comprehensive documentation
• Support and enhance deep Nuke API integrations, custom gizmos, and media processing workflows
• Provide technical guidance, share best practices, and mentor junior team members across global departments

What We're Looking For

Required Skills and Experience:

• Significant experience in VFX pipeline development with solid understanding of 2D production workflows
• Expert Python development skills, focusing on modern design patterns, clean code, and standard libraries
• Strong experience building custom GUI applications and tools using PySide or PyQt
• Deep experience with the Nuke API, programmatic control, and workflow automation
• Practical experience deploying machine learning models directly into production pipelines
• Solid understanding of open-source VFX frameworks such as OpenImageIO, OpenColorIO, FFmpeg, and OpenRV
• Strong software engineering fundamentals in a Linux environment, including Git, code reviews, testing, and performance monitoring
• Approachable communication skills and user-centric mindset when building tools for artists

Bonus Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with ComfyUI or Stable Diffusion for custom generative AI pipelines and node development
• Containerization experience (Docker or similar) for deploying scalable machine learning inference services
• Experience with render farm queue managers such as Deadline or Tractor
• Web development skills using FastAPI, React, or similar for building pipeline dashboards
• Experience setting up CI/CD workflows in GitLab
• Scripting experience with ShotGrid / Flow Production Tracking APIs and database handling (SQL/NoSQL)
• Experience guiding agentic AI workflows to design scalable, well-architected solutions
• Prior hands-on experience as a 2D Compositor

How We Work With You

As a specialized recruiting firm, Get A Job.ai partners with leading organizations to connect them with exceptional technical talent. When you apply through our platform, here's what happens:

• Submit your application directly on getajob.ai with your resume and portfolio
• Our recruiting team will review your profile and conduct an initial screening
• Qualified candidates are then presented to our client for consideration
• We guide you through each stage of the interview process
• Please do not contact the client directly - all communication flows through Get A Job.ai

We review all applications manually and do not use artificial intelligence to screen candidates. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know and we'll be happy to accommodate your needs.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process and are competitive with senior-level pipeline TD roles in the UK visual effects industry.

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