Senior Pipeline TD

What Youll Do

• Build tools that matter (3D 2D): Design develop and maintain custom software solutions that directly support 3D animation workflows (rigging rendering asset management delivery) as well as core tools and automation for our Adobe Animate pipeline.
• Own key systems: Drive development of pipeline infrastructure around our core 3D tools (Maya Houdini USD) render farm (Deadline) and production tracking systems while also owning and improving our Animate-based 2D production workflow.
• Adobe Animate pipeline leadership: Establish refine and support a scalable Animate pipeline including file/version management publishing scene validation asset handoff and integration with tracking systems.
• Collaborate closely: Partner with 3D and 2D animators riggers lighters compositors IT and production teams to identify pain points and deliver practical artist-friendly solutions.
• Immediate production support: Work directly with active show teams to deploy tools troubleshoot issues and ensure smooth day-to-day operations across both 3D and 2D workflows.
• Mentor when needed: Share knowledge with junior TDs and artists and step into leadership on specific initiatives as opportunities arise.
• Stay ahead of the curve: Explore emerging technologies relevant to animation pipelines (USD real-time engines like Unreal or Unity AI-assisted workflows) and recommend strategic adoption where appropriate.

What You Bring

• Strong communicator who translates technical solutions into clear artist-friendly tools and workflows.
• Experience with additional 2D tools such as Toon Boom Harmony CelAction or After Effects is a strong plus.
• Proven CG pipeline development experience for animation production environments.
• Direct hands-on experience building or supporting a professional Adobe Animate (Flash) pipeline is required.
• Advanced Python and Java Script skills
• Solid Git workflow knowledge
• Experience integrating pipelines with ShotGrid Deadline and studio production tracking systems.
• Practical problem-solver who thrives on making artists lives easier with minimal overhead.
• Self-motivated individual contributor who can move quickly work independently and deliver under active production schedules.

Experience

• Degree in Computer Science Animation or equivalent hands-on production experience.
• 5 years building animation pipelines for 3D 2D or hybrid studio environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting episodic animation productions especially in fast-paced TV pipelines.
• Previous mentorship project leadership or small-team coordination experience is a plus.

Required Experience:

Senior IC