Job Description

Core Services is looking for a Front End Developer to join its Artist Tool project within its Data Services workstream.

The Core Services group provides foundational technologies to other technology groups within DNEG. We are a team of software developers who architect, build and provide geographically spread, enterprise-level, mission-critical infrastructure. We create services, frameworks, and products that other teams rely upon to build and deliver their technology solutions. We are the core of all things technology at DNEG.

The Data Services workstream within Core Services provides foundational software to other development teams that are intended to be utilized to provide end-user functionality. We provide abstraction layers to the core database’s data models that are utilized across various products, and automation libraries and frameworks to assist software developers in creating consistent automation.

The Artist Tool is a browser based product which serves as the production landing page for all VFX artists at DNEG. The first version of the tool has been released, and we are looking for a Front End developer to help design and deliver the next versions of the product.

You will:

Work with a software architect, participate in the design and specification of the product as a whole.

Liaise with artist supervisors and production leads to come up with initial UI designs.

Efficiently translate those designs into front end products.

Lead the implementation of the UI.

Identify, debug, and solve front end bugs and performance issues.

Help set the standard for front end development within the Core Services dept, including deciding development patterns and frameworks.

Work with backend developers to integrate the services they develop into front ends.

Participate in code reviews for other developers.

Provide sprint-based updates on tasks’ progress.

Coordinate and work with teams in remote sites in different time zones.

Must Have:

8+ years of non-intern experience in professional software development.

Proficiency in modern JavaScript and CSS.

Knowledge about modern front end frameworks, development tools, and patterns.

Ability to come up with initial design concepts, and then translate those into clean/maintainable code.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent subject or equivalent work experience.

Nice to Have:

Agile development experience using Scrum framework.

UX experience.

Programming experience in Python or Golang.

Knowledge of RDBMS.

Familiarity with development in a Linux environment.

Previous experience working in VFX, Feature Animation or Games environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Eagerness to tackle problems head-on.