Pipeline Technical Director I - ILM London
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10143961 Location London, United Kingdom Business Industrial Light & Magic Date posted Feb. 26, 2026Job Summary:
Position Summary
The Pipeline Technical Director is responsible for developing and maintaining the VFX production pipeline, and ensuring it is running smoothly and efficiently. The Pipeline Technical Director will be active in both development projects and artist support.
What You’ll Do:
Partner with artists and productions to develop efficient workflows and assisting tools
Create and update tools to accommodate shows’ needs
Troubleshoot of pipeline issues across all disciplines
Providing support to local productions to keep the pipeline running smoothly
Advise/assist other engineers with maintenance and bug fixing of existing tools
What We’re Looking For:
Knowledge of python programming and the Linux environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A positive, “can-do” attitude with balance: must not be afraid to ask for help when getting outside experience base or comfort zone
Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
An effective time manager: must be able to prioritize a multitude of requests and not be afraid to ask for help if the path isn’t clear.
An agile, flexible and quick thinker: this is an energetic, dynamic environment requiring an ability to adapt to rapidly changing requirements.
This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.
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