Senior Software Development Lead

4 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Scanline VFX Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead for VFX Pipelines to join our team at Scanline VFX. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and maintenance of complex VFX pipelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of specific pipeline initiatives from conception to delivery
  • Collaborate with pipeline leadership and production stakeholders to determine user stories and requirements for pipeline development projects
  • Work with Pipeline Architects to interpret user stories and requirements into a project definition – evaluating trade-offs, estimating work effort, and mitigating risks
  • Make tough decisions about features that do and don't fall within the scope of the project, and communicate these decisions clearly to stakeholders
  • Break down work into components and work within an Agile framework to ensure timely delivery to production
  • Ensure that projects align with organizational goals, industry best practices, and scalability requirements
  • Enforce engineering best practices to ensure consistent and high quality code, via code review and mentorship

Requirements

  • Minimum twelve (12) years Python software development experience
  • Minimum two (2) years in lead role
  • Proven experience leading the design, development, and maintenance of complex VFX pipelines
  • Self-directed, proactive, detailed, organized and solution-oriented personality
  • Strong written/verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to design intuitive and well structured APIs using OOP
  • Deep understanding of VFX Production workflows, such as production tracking, bidding, resource management, media review, and deliveries
  • Experience using Flow/Shotgrid, and a proven record of leveraging automation to streamline production
  • An understanding of Service-Oriented & Event-Driven Architectures, and experience using them to solve production problems is preferred
  • Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases

About Us

Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Munich, Seoul, Stuttgart, and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar — both within our workplace and throughout our industry.

Eyeline Studios

Eyeline Studios, our virtual production division, is rethinking the future of real-time filmmaking by providing content creators with unmatched flexibility.

Powered by Netflix

Netflix's investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce allows us to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in visual effects. In addition to working on projects for Netflix, we continue to work with a variety of long-standing and new clients.

Our Culture

We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application.



  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Intact Financial Corporation Full time

    At Intact Financial Corporation, we're looking for a talented Senior Software Development Lead to join our team. As a key member of our software development team, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of our technology.About the RoleWe're seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Development Lead to lead our software development team. In this role,...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Full time

    Job Title: Senior Software Development LeadAbout the Role:The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation is seeking a skilled Senior Software Development Lead to join our Technology and Infrastructure team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading the development process within a product team, supporting and continuing to shape our technical...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Technicolor Creative Studios Full time

    OverviewTechincolor Creative Studios is a world-leading visual effects studio, seeking an experienced Senior Software Development Lead to join our team. With offices globally, we deliver high-end VFX for the advertising and feature film industries.Job SummaryWe are looking for a skilled Technical Director to lead our software development team. This...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Intact Financial Corporation Full time

    About the RoleWe are looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Development Lead to join our team at Intact Financial Corporation.Develop and manage technical projects from initiation to delivery.Lead and mentor junior developers to achieve project goals.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.Design and implement software...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada SENIOR SPIRIT OF ROSELLE PARK Full time

    Job Title: Senior Software EngineerJob Description:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our team at SENIOR SPIRIT OF ROSELLE PARK. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cloud-based IoT solutions for our clients in the industrial sector.Key Responsibilities:Design and...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Lightspeed Full time

    Job Title: Senior Software DeveloperAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer to join our team at Lightspeed. As a Senior Software Developer, you will play a key role in leading the development of software solutions that empower merchants with the essential tools they need to thrive in the market.Key Responsibilities:* Lead the...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada SENIOR SPIRIT OF ROSELLE PARK Full time

    Senior Software Engineer (Java)**About the Role**SENIOR SPIRIT OF ROSELLE PARK is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer (Java) to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying cloud-based solutions to help manufacturers monitor their industrial equipment and improve...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Signal Space Lab Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Development Lead to join our team at Signal Space Lab. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for leading the development of our proprietary interactive VR video format.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, with experience in languages such as C++,...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Osedea Inc. Full time

    We're a thriving and agile tech development firm that cares about our clients and our team's life-long dreams, aspirations, and career development.We celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe in the power of community.Role OverviewAs a Senior Software Development Lead, you will be responsible for guiding your team through the development of software...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada GHGSAT Full time

    Contractual Vice-President of Software Development PositionCompensation: $120,000 - $180,000 per year (dependent on experience)Employment Type: Contract for 8 monthsAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Senior Executive to lead our software development lifecycle. As the Vice-President of Software Development, you will guide a team of...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Lightspeed Full time

    Are you a talented developer looking for a challenging role that will allow you to grow professionally and personally?About UsLightspeed is a leading provider of e-commerce solutions, and we're seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to join our team. Our company is committed to empowering merchants to succeed in the ever-changing e-commerce...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Intelcom Full time

    Job Title: Senior Software DeveloperAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer to join our team at Intelcom. As a Senior Software Developer, you will play a pivotal role in the growth and development of our consumer interactions systems, primarily using C# and leveraging Azure Cloud Services.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada GHGSAT Full time

    Job Title: Senior Software Development ExecutiveJob Summary: GHGSat is seeking a senior software development executive to lead the development lifecycle of core software elements for the company.Key Responsibilities:Guide a team of approximately 40 software developers.Lead the development lifecycle of core software elements.About GHGSat: GHGSat provides...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Intact Financial Corporation Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Software Development Lead to join our growing team at Intact Financial Corporation. In this key role, you will be responsible for leading the development of complex software applications using Java and Angular.Key Responsibilities:Develop system specifications, code, modify, test, and debug computer...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Vention Inc Full time

    Job Title: Senior Software DeveloperVention Inc is a leading provider of industrial automation solutions. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer to join our team.The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and testing software solutions for industrial automation applications. This will involve working closely with...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada KPMG Canada Full time

    About the RoleAs a Senior Software Development Lead at KPMG Canada, you will be responsible for leading development teams and implementing scalable and maintainable backend systems. You will work closely with team members to design and architect solutions, and participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.Key...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Groupe SII Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer to join our team at Groupe SII. As a key member of our software development team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining efficient, reliable, and reusable code in various software languages.Key ResponsibilitiesParticipate in all stages of the development cycle,...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Intact Financial Corporation Full time

    At Intact Financial Corporation, we're looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Development Expert to join our team. As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems using Java and Angular.About the RoleWe're seeking a technical lead with a strong background in software development to...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Lightspeed Full time

    Hi there, thanks for considering this opportunity. We're Lightspeed, a company dedicated to empowering merchants with the tools they need to thrive in the market. We're seeking a Senior Software Developer to join our Ecwid team in North America. In this role, you'll lead the development of software solutions that support our merchants' growth. You'll be part...


  • Montreal, Quebec, Canada Toparo Full time

    Job Title: Senior Software DeveloperAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer to join our team at Toparo. As a Senior Software Developer, you will play a pivotal role in the growth and development of Logistics Technology Systems, utilizing leading-edge technologies.Key Responsibilities:Craft high-quality code and resolve...