Our partner is looking for a Senior Software Developer based in India.

The Senior Software Developer will design, develop, and maintain software solutions that power complex visual effects production workflows. Working alongside developers, technical directors, and creative professionals, you will transform production requirements into reliable tools and systems that improve efficiency and collaboration. You will contribute to software architecture, lead technical projects, and ensure that solutions remain scalable, maintainable, and aligned with production needs. This hands-on role combines advanced Python and C++ development with technical decision-making, troubleshooting, and mentoring. You will take ownership of software development initiatives that strengthen production pipelines, improve operational workflows, and maintain high engineering standards.

Software Development & Pipeline Automation

Build reliable, maintainable software solutions using Python, C++, and appropriate development frameworks.

Identify opportunities to improve existing tools, eliminate manual processes, and enhance production efficiency.

Software Architecture & Technical Leadership

Design scalable and maintainable software architectures using appropriate design patterns and sound engineering principles.

Apply object-oriented design and SOLID principles while balancing long-term technical needs with immediate production priorities.

Take ownership of technical decisions and development projects, ensuring solutions meet functional and operational requirements.

Break down projects into manageable tasks, estimate effort, identify dependencies and risks, and communicate progress to support planning and prioritization.

Quality Assurance & System Reliability

Participate in code reviews and promote consistent coding practices, automated testing, and Test-Driven Development where appropriate.





Investigate software defects and integration challenges, identify root causes, and implement lasting solutions.

Improve application reliability, performance, and usability through continuous technical refinement.

Translate operational and creative requirements into practical technical solutions.

The ideal candidate is an experienced software developer with strong technical expertise, a solid understanding of software architecture, and the ability to independently deliver complex systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems.

Strong proficiency in Python and C++, with experience building and supporting production-grade applications.

Solid understanding of software architecture, object-oriented programming, design patterns, and SOLID principles.

Experience making technical decisions and delivering development projects independently.

Practical experience with automated testing, including unit and integration testing, and familiarity with Test-Driven Development.

Strong analytical, debugging, and troubleshooting skills, with attention to software reliability, performance, and usability.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside both technical and creative professionals.

Experience mentoring developers, providing technical guidance, and sharing knowledge.

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Additional Assets





Experience in visual effects, animation, or a related production environment.

Experience developing tools and integrations for payroll, HRIS, or financial services systems.

Familiarity with Clean Architecture, CQRS, or other software architecture approaches.

Experience with cloud services supporting production pipelines.

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and project management tools such as Jira or Asana.

Opportunity to work in an artist-driven workplace focused on creativity, collaboration, and high-quality visual effects production.

Exposure to complex software engineering challenges within film and television production workflows.

Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to tools used by creative and technical professionals.

Scope to influence software architecture, engineering standards, and technical practices.

Inclusive and accessible recruitment experience, with accommodation support available when needed.

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📌 Senior Software Engineer (Animation) (India)
🏢 Jobgether
📍 India