About this role
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, BaselightSupport 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. Required skills, knowledge and experience:
A knowledge of AWS/GCP concepts and workflowsA 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 skillsExperience with scale strongly preferred. (Renderfarms, Clusters, Clouds, Enterprise, etc.)Autonomous self-starterExcellent communication, people skills, and team working skills.System administration knowledge of Active Directory, DNS & DHCPProgramming or scripting experience beneficial. E.g. Bash / Python / PowerShellEducation
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent.5+ years working experience in VFX or similar industries.GCS/AWS Cloud Certifications beneficial. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.