Lead Software Developer

[digitalCGI]

Lead Software Developer:

Digital has full-time openings for Lead Software Developer(s) located in Farmington Hills, MI. Play a lead role in working with a professional, seasoned CGI staff through hands-on assistance as business needs arise for technical development. Work with business and production teams in identifying, designing, and developing technical solutions in Unity and various S.W. programs. As a developer lead, the job requires a visionary role in implementing our business opportunities into workable technology solutions that meet the needs of the customer.

Primary Job Duties:

• Senior-level research, design, and development of existing proprietary computer S.W. systems.
• Aid in researching and adopting new and emerging technologies, evaluating new tools, technologies, and platforms to be included in projects.
• Work with vendors to understand and perform technical due diligence on third-party deliveries.
• Work with internal management and customer business teams to ensure that multiple complex project outcomes are consistent with department business strategy.
• Maintain core systems operation of existing coded base tools as required, following all security guidelines.
• Write clear documentation for tools/scripts including video tutorials and other documentation means.
• Identify ways to improve the operation of existing internal S.W. tools to achieve efficiencies and results in process improvement.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (master’s degree preferred).
• 5+ years of software engineering experience with proven technical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledgeable in various software design patterns and be able to apply appropriate design patterns to solve business/technical problems with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required - Unity Programming:

• Understanding the concepts of 3D modeling, scenes, lighting, 3D file formats, and materials.
• Experience with working with 3D editors, such as 3DS Max.
• Programming languages: C#.
• Experience with programming games or other interactive software.

Additional Skills/Plus - Android Programming:

• Experience with developing mobile applications using Android Studio.
• Programming language: Java.

Additional Skills/Plus - 3DS Max Scripts:

• Understanding the concepts of 3D modeling and rendering, experience with working with 3D editors, such as 3DS Max.
• Experience with building user interfaces.
• Programming languages: Max Script (any scripting language skills can be transferred, e.g. Python, JavaScript), C#.
• Understanding of render farm management software: Deadline, Backburner, etc.
• Proficient with one or more software APIs: Max, Maya, Fusion, Nuke.
• Basic understanding of production processes for CGI production is preferable.
• Experience with Visual Effects Asset Management System design or development.

Apply at www.dimage.com/careers or submit portfolios and resumes to [email protected]. No phone calls, please.