Hybrid 3D Software Developer – Future Opportunity

at SideFX Software

• Job title: 3D Software Developer – Future Opportunity
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Toronto, Canada

About the role

• Software Developer responsible for designing and optimizing 3D software products at SideFX. Working closely with collaboration, ensuring high quality and performance using C++ and other languages.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and optimizing features of the Company’s 2D and 3D software products, including the Houdini Engine plug-ins, using the C++ programming language and other languages as required, such as Python and VEX.
• Ensuring a high level of quality and performance in the code architecture and features.
• Debugging and fixing product deficiencies (bugs).
• Supporting multiple hardware platforms, as assigned.
• Working on special projects and other strategic and technical opportunities as may be assigned.
• Maintaining up to date knowledge on techniques and current practices in the area of software development, computer science, computer graphics, networking, visual effects and games.
• Independently researching and prototyping ideas to push the company’s procedural technology forward.
• Assisting, as required, in product support or product sales and marketing activities as beneficial to the company and the user community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Computer Science degree or equivalent industry experience, with a record of academic and professional excellence.
• Ability to learn independently, think fast, and use solid judgement.
• Strong knowledge of C++ programming.
• Extensive 3D graphics knowledge, including OpenGL programming.
• Ability to draw from varied technologies and innovate at a fast rate.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Ability to work well independently and in a nimble team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Not required but great to have: Experience in the film or game industry.
• Relevant contribution to large scale software architecture and development.
• Multi-threaded, multi-platform development and optimization.
• User interface design (workflow, look, and feel).
• Experience with lighting and rendering software.
• Proficient in Python/HOM, OpenCL, CUDA, GLSL.
• Working knowledge of OS X programming.
• Familiarity with Houdini or related software.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work option - Combining time spent collaborating in person at our offices with remote work for added flexibility.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and floater days to relax and re-energize (starting at 4 weeks).
• Year-End Company Shutdown and Long Weekend Early departures to add to the excitement.
• Health insurance coverage: Robust Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP); because sometimes we need a bit of extra support.
• Retirement Plan with company matched contributions.
• Comprehensive Long Service Award program, providing both a monetary reward and additional days off.
• A highly competitive bonus structure.
• A generous sick time entitlement to care for yourself and your loved ones.