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Pipeline Software Engineer

Aechelon Technology is a leader in real-time computer graphics applications for training, simulation, and entertainment markets, including 3D content in Geospecific visual/sensor databases and realistic 3D models. We seek people who share our passion for real-time computer graphics and commitment to our mission of helping make our Nation’s pilots safer. We will give you an opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the graphics industry.

Our Software Team is looking for a Pipeline Engineer. Your primary role will be to support our art team and publishing products by designing tools and automating processes for the content creation pipeline.

The Hybrid Work requirement for this role is 2 days per week in-office at the Company’s South San Francisco office, while the remaining 3 days per week may be worked remotely from a home office.

United States citizenship is required due to restrictions on access to certain export controlled data.

Primary Tasks:

Assist in the design, development, testing, optimization, and maintenance of C++ tools
Design, write, and update Python scripts to enhance and automate areas of our production pipeline
Collaborate and communicate effectively with artists, engineers, producers, and testers to build phenomenal pipelines and products

Minimum Requirements:

Passion for real-time computer graphics and art pipelines
In-depth knowledge and strong experience in C++ and Python
Some experience programming 2D/3D content creation tools for film or game pipelines
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
Ability to bridge the creative and technical aspects of computer graphics
BS in Engineering, Computer Science or similar technical field
Eligibility to work with export-controlled technology

Preferred Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in content creation software design, development and integration for CGI or game development
Experience with performance optimizations in real-time simulations/games
Development experience creating plug-ins and pipeline automation within Maya and Photoshop.
Experience with user interface development and design using Qt and pyQt/pySide
Experience with Google Earth and GIS tools such as QGIS or ArcMap.

$105,000 - $180,000 a year

The pay scale for this role is between $105,000 - $180,000. The range is specific to CALIFORNIA and may not be applicable to other locations. Final compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

This position description is not intended to be a complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee holding this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may be changed, or others may be assigned at any time by the Company with notice to the employee.

We offer a very attractive compensation package including competitive base salary, company performance-based profit sharing, 401k, 100% employer paid health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, std, ltd, and life insurance plans).

No relocation reimbursement provided.

For more information about our company, please visit www.aechelon.com

Aechelon Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing access and opportunities to individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant who is unable to fully utilize/access our application process because of a disability, Aechelon Technology will provide a reasonable accommodation. Please send an email to the address above to request that accommodation, and please be sure to include a detailed description of your requested accommodation, your name and preferred method of contact.

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