Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 3 years in UNIX/Linux, Mac OS X and Windows system administration
Engineering-level knowledge of CG, compositing and color grading applications
Experience with large-scale operations preferred (Renderfarms, Clusters, Clouds, Enterprise, etc.)
Strong OS X and Windows support and configuration skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Knowledge of Active Directory, DNS & DHCP, with scripting experience in Bash/Python/PowerShell being beneficial.
Responsibilities
Provide technical support for VFX artists using Linux workstations
Mentor Technical Engineers for departmental growth
Maintain server room and equipment with Technology Engineers
Design, manage, and troubleshoot networks including Layer 2/3 switches
Support physical security systems to ensure proper functioning
Install and troubleshoot VFX tools such as Flame, Maya, and Nuke
Manage and maintain infrastructure including Linux render nodes and Isilon storage
Assist with evaluation, installation, and development projects within the Technology team
Benefits
Mentorship and professional growth opportunities
Engagement with cutting-edge VFX technologies
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Opportunities to work on large-scale, impactful projects
Full Job Description
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Provide technical support for VFX Artists using Linux workstations.
Mentor Technical Engineers and ensure their growth within the department.
Maintain server room and colocation facility equipment along with the Technology Engineers.
Network design, management and troubleshooting. Layer 2/3 network switches.
Support physical security systems/applications and ensure proper functioning.
Install, deploy, and troubleshoot VFX tools including Flame, Maya, Nuke, Baselight
Support and maintain infrastructure including Linux render nodes, Isilon storage, Linux servers and workstations, network equipment, and virtual machines.
Take ownership of and assist the Technology team with various evaluation, installation, development and decommissioning projects.
Manage preventative maintenance schedules.
Knowledge of other relevant security technologies and processes, e.g. encryption and authentication methods/ methodologies.
Virtualization, Containerization, Cloud Compute and knowledge thereof.
Upgrade and configure infrastructure systems and software per as needed.
Support and mentor more junior members of the team.
Qualifications
Required skills, knowledge and experience:
A knowledge of AWS/GCP concepts and workflows
A minimum of 3 years UNIX/Linux, Mac OS X and Windows system administration experience.
Engineering level knowledge of standard CG, compositing and color grading applications (Maya, Houdini, Flame, Nuke and Baselight)
Strong OS X and Windows support & configuration skills
Experience with scale strongly preferred. (Renderfarms, Clusters, Clouds, Enterprise, etc.)
Autonomous self-starter
Excellent communication, people skills, and team working skills.
System administration knowledge of Active Directory, DNS & DHCP
Programming or scripting experience beneficial. E.g. Bash / Python / PowerShell
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
5+ years working experience in VFX or similar industries.
