We are looking for a full time

Join Planet X as a Pipeline TD and help build the core infrastructure behind high-end VFX productions! You’ll design, develop, and maintain robust pipeline tools and integrations across systems like ShotGrid and Ayon. You’ll be working very closely with the data manager and the artists, troubleshooting issues and developing custom tools to improve the workflow. You’ll have the chance to contribute to high-end episodic and feature film productions.

This role is ideal for a detail-driven developer who thrives in collaborative environments and is eager to contribute to the future of real-time and cloud-based production.

responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain robust workflow systems using ShotGrid/Flow’s Python and REST APIs, Ayon, and accompanying integrations (e.g., Unreal, Perforce), ensuring seamless asset, version, production-progress, and approval tracking
• Create custom tools, plugins, UIs (e.g., PySide/PyQt), and automation scripts to reduce manual tasks and enhance process reliability
• Implement config‑management, version control, secure access, CI/CD pipelines, and adhere to best-practices throughout the software lifecycle

• Work directly with artists, supervisors, coordinators, and producers to gather requirements and translate them into bespoke pipeline solutions
• Provide live support, training documentation, and onboarding materials to maximize team efficiency

• Conduct research on tools and technologies (AI, cloud compute, simulation, real-time), proposing meaningful R&D and integration opportunities
• Build remote and hybrid production setups, including secure off-site resource access and virtual workstations (in coordination with IT)

• Build cohesive integrations between Ayon asset/pipeline management and ShotGrid/Flow production tracking systems, supporting Unreal and other DCC pipelines
• Collaborate with IT to define server/cluster/cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP/Azure), and maintain render/simulation farms

requirements

• Strong experience (4+ years) integrating and extending ShotGrid/Flow with Python and PySide/PyQt in a VFX studio environ­ment
• Proven familiarity with asset‑management systems like Ayon and Perforce
• Deep knowledge of VFX DCC tools: Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Unreal; plus renderers: Redshift, Karma (optionally Arnold, V-Ray)
• Expertise in version control (Git, Perforce), cloud or hybrid rendering (AWS, Azure), containers, CI/CD
• Knowledge of setting up and maintaining a USD-pipeline preferred
• Strong scripting in Python (and optionally C++/JavaScript), REST APIs, database management, and web frameworks

• You have strong organizational and communication skills
• An interest in film, series, virtual production, post-production
• Dutch speaking and/or excellent proficiency of the English language

benefits

• Support the studio’s transition to fully integrated ShotGrid/Ayon environments
• Influence R&D pipelines with real‑time, cloud, and AI-enabled workflows
• A position in which you can work independently and where your own input are appreciated
• Space to learn, broaden your knowledge and discover new technologies
• The opportunity to learn and expand your knowledge
• A great working environment with enthusiastic, creative and passionate colleagues
• Be part of a pioneering virtual production studio in Europe

working hours and location

• The position can be remote, hybrid or on-site in Amsterdam.
• Official office hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Are you interested? Please send your application via the application form below or apply with your CV and motivational letter at recruitment@planetx.nl! We look forward to receiving your application!

Application Form