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Get a chance to work for the creator of one of the most popular VFX tools.
The creator of Houdini SideFX is looking for a talented specialist that knows its software well and is ready to be passionate about what the company's customers do.
SideFX has been recognized by the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Science multiple times - including an Oscar – for the development of our Houdini software, and its breakthrough procedural-based technology.
Houdini is used by the world’s top film, TV, and game studios to create blockbuster movies such as Black Panther, Moana, Spider-Man, The Lion King and Godzilla vs. Kong, captivating TV shows like The Crown, Game of Thrones and S.W.A.T., and video games like Ghost Recon, Far Cry and Age of Empires. Our customers include Disney Feature Animation, Pixar, Sony Picture Imageworks, Weta Digital, Electronic Arts, Microsoft Game Studios, and many more.
What you will be working on:
- Responding to our clients’ questions about how to use the Houdini 3D animation software by:
- Creating clear and detailed example files in Houdini, that are tailored to each clients’ needs. Building .hip files to show our clients the best ways to create: fluid effects; rigid body dynamics simulations; cloth and soft body simulations; volume effects of smoke, fire, clouds and water; procedural generation of terrains and large cities.
- Assisting clients in creating HDAs for use in game engines (Unreal and Unity).
- Advising on how new versions of our software function.
- Assisting clients in using our proprietary software license generation system. Our licensing system is home-made and unknown to new customers. Support assists a large number of Houdini customers with licensing and installation issues.
- Providing support to our clients with the setup of their studio networks and render farms. Giving advice on how to manage Houdini files, and all the remote assets.
- Working jointly with our sales team to determine what combination of our software products best suit our clients’ needs.
- Communicating with our R&D team, providing feedback on areas of the software that are causing difficulties to our customers, and possible enhancements. Testing and reporting software bugs.
- Other duties as assigned.
What you need to be successful:
- Good understanding of the various Houdini editors, and ability to work throughout the Houdini package.
- Familiarity with installing software on Linux, Windows and OSX.
- Experience with making and using Houdini assets in Unreal and Unity.
- Ability to explain complex procedures in a detailed, clear, and understandable fashion.
- Knowledge of the production process used in a studio environment. The understanding of how Houdini fits into the production pipeline.
- Strong multitasking skills, to be able to juggle many cases at one time.
- Must be able to work weekends and evening hours. This can be done from a remote location.
- Very organized.
- Collaborative nature that enjoys working closely with others.
- Positive and enthusiastic manner, that always keeps the customer needs at the forefront.
What we offer:
- Hybrid Work option - A great office in Downtown Toronto (right across from Union station) with the flexibility to work from home.
- 3 weeks’ vacation to relax and re-energize.
- Health insurance coverage including a Health Service Spending Account (HSSA only for Canadian employees), for you and your dependants (only permanent employees).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP); because sometimes we need a bit of extra help.
- Retirement Plan with company matched contributions (only permanent employees).
- A highly competitive bonus structure (only permanent employees).
- A generous sick time entitlement, to care for yourself and your loved ones.
If you are ready to work at the industry-leading company, apply here.
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