Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in animated storytelling. For over twenty years, our studio has brought to life some of the most recognizable and beloved childrens properties in the world.

Were always looking for passionate and committed talent, so come join our dynamic and growing team!

Guru is proud to offer our team members meaningful learning and developmental opportunities! You will work alongside a wide range of talent in a positive and supportive environment where we want to see success in each individual.

We're looking for a talented and experienced Unreal Engine Developer - come join our team!

Duties and Responsibilities include but will not be limited to:

• Reports directly to the VP of Technology
• Create essential pipeline tools to speed workflows established by the team
  
• Provide insights into best practices for linear animation production in Unreal Engine
  
• Develop and maintain code to support essential processes which may include:
  - Transferring of data between Maya/Houdini and Unreal Engine
  - Shot and Sequence builds
  - Ingest/Exgest of USD and EDL/OTIO data from Unreal Engine
  - Automated rendering
  - Conversion of existing Redshift shaders to Unreal Engine
  - Validation tools for naming and organization, etc.
  
• Configuration of Github for multi-user sessions and source control
  
• Write and maintain documentation for new tools and clearly comment all code

Qualifications

• Knowledge of C++, Python, Blueprint
  
• Minimum of 3 years developing for Unreal Engine
  
• Experience developing for Maya, Houdini
  
• Experience with USD, EDL/OTIO, VR/AR a plus
  
• Experience within the animation industry a plus
  

Why Join Guru?

• We create a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment by promoting courage, purpose, inspiration, integrity, transparency, and empowerment as our core values
• We take great pride in our work and we always ensure it reflects a high standard of quality and creativity
• We encourage individuals to grow with us by offering learning opportunities that encourage skill development and growth
• We are proud to support philanthropic initiatives that support our local and global community through our charity committee Guru Gives
• We offer health and wellness support through an extensive benefits plan and extended mental health services and initiatives
  

Guru is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that celebrates the diversity of its employees. We are dedicated to employment equity and welcome applications from people from all Indigenous groups, races, religions, genders and people with disabilities.

We are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience during our recruitment process and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where candidates and employees feel valued and respected. Guru strives to respect the dignity and independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process as all other candidates. If you have a disability, you may request to be accommodated at any time. Guru will work with all candidates to accommodate individual accessibility needs to the point of undue hardship.

Guru Studio would like to thank all applicants for your interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Guru Studio is an equal opportunity employer.

Please note this is an In-Studio/ Hybrid Work position