Software Engineer, Tools Internals (Core)

Pixar Animation Studios, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is seeking a Software Engineer for their Tools Internals team. This role is part of the Software R&D department, which is responsible for developing Pixar's in-house and open-source software. The position focuses on extending features and improving performance of their in-memory scene representation and computation engine, which is core to their digital content creation application, Presto, and open-source USD.

The ideal candidate will work on high-performance C++ code, focusing on multithreading and parallel programming. They will collaborate with a multi-functional team of developers to craft and implement robust, maintainable code. The role involves working closely with both artists and engineers to build innovative filmmaking tools that enable film production and extend artistic capabilities.

Key responsibilities include contributing to 3D graphics software applications, optimizing performance-critical code paths, taking ownership of production environment challenges, and collaborating with various teams including engineers, technical artists, and QA. The position also involves working with external partners to bring Pixar's technologies to open-source USD distribution.

Requirements include strong C++ knowledge, expertise in data structures and algorithms, experience with STL and modern C++, and ability to design APIs and frameworks. The ideal candidate should have 4+ years of professional experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $145,265 to $187,990 per year, based on experience and qualifications. Located in Emeryville, California, this role provides an opportunity to work at a world-renowned animation studio known for creating beloved films like Toy Story, Inside Out, and Coco.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled software engineer passionate about graphics, performance optimization, and creating tools that enable artistic excellence in animation.