Pipeline TD - AI Workflows
About The Position
Stellar Code Lab, a new software innovation startup incubated inside Stellar Creative Lab, is building the future of animation tech. We are transforming battle-tested tools used by major studios into commercial-grade solutions for the industry. This role serves as the bridge between technical software innovation and creative production excellence, translating generative AI capabilities into practical, high-performance workflows that solve production bottlenecks. You will work directly with show leads and the software engineering team to ensure pipeline tools are cutting-edge, intuitive, stable, and tailored to artists' needs.
Requirements
- Thrive in high-pressure production environments where quick technical solutions are critical to show schedules.
- Proven track record in VFX, animation, or gaming pipelines, with a deep understanding of asset movement from layout to final compositing.
- Expert-level knowledge of ComfyUI, including node development, custom node implementation, and complex workflow optimization.
- Strong proficiency in Python.
- Experience with DCC APIs (Maya, Houdini, Nuke, etc.).
- Comfortable working between two teams (Software vs. Production) and balancing long-term product goals with immediate show-side needs.
- Legally eligible to work in British Columbia, Canada.
Responsibilities
- Own the design, development, and maintenance of advanced ComfyUI workflows for areas like background creation, matte painting, and style training.
- Develop and maintain custom tools and scripts to integrate generative AI software with existing production pipelines.
- Create and update pipeline tools to meet unique show-specific artistic demands.
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for production departments (CG Supervisors and artists) to identify tasks for acceleration and deploy custom solutions in live show environments.
- Serve as the strategic liaison between show production and the generative AI software engineering team, translating creative feedback into technical requests and reporting software bugs or feature needs.
- Collaborate with Product Leadership to evaluate production-side needs and align the software roadmap with high-value creative use cases.
- Provide direct technical support to production teams, offering quick, creative problem-solving for workflow upgrades and pipeline customizations.
- Author technical documentation and provide guidance to artists on utilizing new workflows and custom tools effectively during production.
Benefits
- Extended health benefits
- Professional development support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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