Member of Technical Staff - 3D

As a Member of Technical Staff - 3D at Moonvalley, your main responsibilities will revolve around creating high-quality video training data using advanced rendering tools. This includes designing and implementing automated rendering pipelines with Unreal Engine and Blender, producing diverse video datasets, and optimizing 3D scenes for photorealistic output. You'll also work closely with machine learning researchers to identify specific video data requirements, ensuring that the video generation workflows are efficient and consistent.

To excel as a Member of Technical Staff - 3D at Moonvalley, you should possess at least 2 years of experience with Unreal Engine and/or Blender, alongside strong programming skills in Python or C++. You’ll need to demonstrate a solid understanding of computer graphics, rendering techniques, and the ability to create photorealistic 3D environments. Familiarity with video codecs and processing pipelines will also be beneficial for this role.

In this role at Moonvalley, proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++ is essential. Additionally, experience with tools like Unreal Engine and Blender is crucial for creating and automating rendering processes. Knowledge of other rendering engines like V-Ray and Arnold can give you an advantage, particularly if you have insights into shader programming and enhancing rendering quality.

Absolutely! At Moonvalley, we believe in fostering the professional growth of our team members. As a Member of Technical Staff - 3D, you will be surrounded by industry experts, providing you with opportunities to learn and expand your skills in cutting-edge AI technology and filmmaking. You’ll have the chance to tackle complex challenges and contribute meaningfully to pioneering projects, all of which can pave the way for career advancement.

Yes, Moonvalley offers flexible working arrangements for the Member of Technical Staff - 3D role! The position is fully remote by default, which allows you to balance work and personal life effectively. Our team meets a few times a year in designated locations such as London or North America, which facilitates collaboration and strengthens our team culture.

Certainly! In the interview, highlight specific projects where you utilized Unreal Engine and Blender to create 3D environments or animations. Explain the challenges you faced and how you overcame them, emphasizing your technical skills and creativity in developing video content.

Discuss your understanding of the rendering pipeline and automation techniques. Explain your process for designing scripts that streamline workflows and maintain quality. Providing examples of past experiences will showcase your problem-solving abilities and technical expertise effectively.

Share your methods for achieving photorealism, such as Texture mapping, correct lighting setups, and shader programming. Discuss any software tools or techniques that you find invaluable, and mention how you leverage feedback to enhance the visual quality of your projects.

Collaboration is key! Detail how you engage with ML researchers to understand their data requirements and how you incorporate their feedback into the rendering process. Providing specific instances where collaboration led to successful project outcomes can be powerful in demonstrating teamwork.

Certainly! Share specific examples of scripts you’ve written in Python or C++ to automate repetitive tasks in your projects. Explain how this not only improved efficiency but also enhanced the project outcomes, demonstrating your ability to leverage technology effectively.

Discuss your familiarity with various video codecs, formats, and how they impact video quality and performance. If applicable, explain your experience in optimizing pipelines for different types of content and share any challenges faced in ensuring consistent quality.

Share instances where you've used procedural techniques in creating 3D assets or environments. Discuss the benefits of using procedural methods and how they have allowed you to scale up your projects or enabled quicker iteration cycles.

If you have experience with distributed rendering, discuss the systems you've used and your role in deploying these. Explain the advantages of using such systems in large-scale video generation and any challenges you overcame.

This is a great opportunity to express your passion for the role. Discuss what excites you about Moonvalley’s mission in the generative AI landscape, along with your eagerness to contribute to high-impact projects that shape the future of media and entertainment.

Mention specific resources you follow, such as industry publications, online courses, or forums. Talk about any community engagement, workshops, or conferences you attend that keep you informed, demonstrating your commitment to professional development.