R&D Engineers

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Industrial Light & Magic Full time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

We are seeking talented R&D engineers at all levels to join our innovative and collaborative R&D team.


Who We Are:

Industrial Light & Magic, founded in 1975 by George Lucas, has created some of the most iconic moments in motion picture history. From Star Wars to Jurassic Park, Pirates of the Caribbean, Transformers, The Avengers, theme park rides and interactive experiences, ILM continues to expand the possibilities of what visual entertainment can be.

ILM's Research and Development (R&D) group develops the ground-breaking technology that empowers our artists to create dazzling visuals. ILM's innovations have won 34 Scientific and Technical Academy Awards. Today, we are 70+ visually-minded software engineers, working side-by-side with over a thousand digital artists in a fast-paced, intensely collaborative, creative film production environment, across studios in San Francisco, Vancouver, London, Sydney, and Mumbai.

At ILM, a good idea is a good idea, regardless of where it comes from Do you thrive in a creative environment? Do you enjoy sharing knowledge and learning from others? If you love art, technology, and movies, then this might be the role you're looking for


Responsibilities include:

Developing tools and production techniques across all areas of visual effects and feature animation production. Developing innovative algorithms, crafting artist-friendly user interfaces, optimising data management processes, and building special purpose content creation tools that handle large-scale photo-realistic visual effects production. Working with engineers across all ILM's studios, splitting time between long-term software development projects and day-to-day artist support, consultation, and problem-solving. Collaborating with commercial software vendors in developing and deploying the next generation of machine-learning-based tools wherever applicable. Occasional shot work alongside artists Image processing, compositing, and rotoscoping, including depth estimation, image segmentation, generative in-painting, and plate relighting. Simulating natural phenomena, rigid-body destruction, crowds and procedural animation. Lighting, texturing, look-development, and layered material definition. Modeling, rigging, and animation of bodies and faces, including soft-body dynamic simulation of cloth, hair, and flesh. Tools, structures, and pipeline systems that define how artists assemble and manage massively complex 3D scenes, and user interfaces for authoring, validating, publishing, and tracking 3D and 2D data as it moves through a network of automated batch processes. Senior level roles will have people and\or project leadership responsibilities.

We welcome engineers with a passion for applying the latest machine learning technology to these challenges and more

What to Bring:

Proven experience relevant to the level of role with professional software development and/or VFX production. Proficiency in C++ and Python on Linux. Knowledge of and/or a desire to expand your expertise in the principles of visual effects, potentially with a specialty such as modeling, animation, lighting, rendering, image processing, etc. Experience with Maya, Houdini, Katana, Mari or other commercial software applications is preferred, otherwise the ability to demonstrate a proactive learning attitude to support knowledge and\or skills ence with machine learning techniques, processes, and toolsets. Working knowledge of standard data formats: OpenEXR, OpenVDB, Alembic, USD, etc. A passion for designing artist-friendly interfaces using GUI toolkits: Qt, PySide, QML, etc. You don't need to be a professional UX designer, but you should have a keen sense for how creative people use technology to work together in production. An understanding of software development principles: object-oriented design, test-driven development, source code management, build and release processes. Extensive experience developing in at least one of the above listed niches. Applicable to Senior level positions: Leadership and mentoring experience is required.

Education / Experience:

BS and/or advanced degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent level of experience.

This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.

JoinILM

  • R&D Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom PRO-TAX RECRUITMENT LIMITED Full time

    Location London Type Permanent up to £55,000 As an R&D Tax Assistant Manager, you will play a pivotal role in assisting their clients in identifying and securing R&D tax credits and incentives. You will be responsible for analysing and interpreting technical and financial information related to clients' R&D activities, preparing accurate and...

  • R&D Tax Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Pro-Tax Full time

    The UK government provides tax incentives to businesses performing R&D. This firms R&D tax services group is a market leader in helping clients secure these incentives and is the most experienced team in the UK. Continued market success has created new opportunities and they are now looking to recruit candidates with an Engineering background, to help join...

  • R&D Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ansys Full time

    The R&D Engineer contributes to the development of software products and supporting systems. In this role, the R&D Engineer will collaborate with a team of expert professionals to accomplish development objectives, such as designing and implementing new features, user experience and infrastructure for the ANSYS Discovery Suite.ANSYS is the world leader in...

  • R&D Tax Consultant

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Connected Search Group Ltd Full time

    Job Description Join a Leading Tax R&D Consultancy in London: Exciting Opportunities for R&D Consultants Are you a talented R&D consultant with a background in software engineering, mechanical engineering, or structural engineering? Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity in London that allows you to leverage your technical expertise and...

  • Director of Engineering and R&D

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Directorbank Full time

    Directorbank are currently out to market for a Chief Technical Officer on behalf of our client based in the Southwest of England. Our client focuses on niche Engineered products for a wide variety of end markets, serving a global customer base.RolenThe business is looking to appoint a highly strategic CTO who will be responsible for managing a technology...

  • Director of Engineering and R&D

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Directorbank Full time

    Directorbank are currently out to market for a Chief Technical Officer on behalf of our client based in the Southwest of England. Our client focuses on niche Engineered products for a wide variety of end markets, serving a global customer base.RoleThe business is looking to appoint a highly strategic CTO who will be responsible for managing a technology...

  • Head of R&D

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Integris Composites Full time

    Are you....Excited about being on the frontlines of high-tech composite solutions to protect people and sensitive equipment within the defence sector, and technology-driven industries?Great at translating market needs into R&D projects and new designs that enhance the value for customers?Do you enjoy a people-focused, fast-paced, and international work...

  • R&d Tax Manager

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ambition Europe Limited Full time

    R&D Tax Manager - London - Boutique Advisory FirmWhy this Firm?- "Have international reach; senior talent; financial muscle" The work is very dynamic and fast changing They are well known for restructuring and Private Equity You have the opportunity to come in and build something; you get to make a difference People are promoted very much on performance, if...

  • R&d Scientist

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Cranleigh Scientific Full time

    A highly innovative start-up business operating within the energy storage market space is currently recruiting for an R&D Scientist to join its team, based in Central London. As R&D Scientist, you will play a key role in supporting the research and developmentprogrammes into redox flow battery technology, coupled with the ability to use a range of...

  • R&D Tax

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Claim Capital Full time

    Job Description Location: London Job Type : Full-time (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Quarterly Bonus About Claim Capital: Claim Capital is a leading consultancy firm specialising in assisting businesses maximise their R&D tax credit claims. We work with companies across various industries, providing strategic advice, financial analysis, and technical...

  • R&D Tax

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Claim Capital Full time

    Location: LondonJob Type: Full-time (Hybrid)Salary: Competitive + Quarterly BonusAbout Claim Capital:Claim Capital is a leading consultancy firm specialising in assisting businesses maximise their R&D tax credit claims. We work with companies across various industries, providing strategic advice, financial analysis, and technical expertise to help them...

  • R&D Tax

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Claim Capital Full time

    Location : LondonJob Type : Full-time (Hybrid)Salary : Competitive + Quarterly BonusAbout Claim Capital :Claim Capital is a leading consultancy firm specialising in assisting businesses maximise their R&D tax credit claims.We work with companies across various industries, providing strategic advice, financial analysis, and technical expertise to help them...

  • R&D Tax Manager Scientific

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom PRO-TAX RECRUITMENT LIMITED Full time

    The UK government provides tax incentives to businesses performing R&D. This firms R&D tax services group is a market leader in helping clients secure these incentives and is the most experienced team in the UK. Continued market success has created new opportunities and they are now looking to recruit candidates with an Engineering background, to help join...

  • Head of R&D

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Priority Software Ltd Full time

    Priority is a leading scalable, agile, and open cloud-based business management solutions provider. With offices in the US, UK, Belgium, and Israel and a global network of business partners. We are looking for a Retail R&D Director to join Priority Group and play an integral role in making our Retail solution stand out.As R&D Director in one of our Retail...

  • R&d Specialists

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full time

    Outstanding R&D consultancy looking to recruit both a Tax Manager and Tax Consultant.I'm working with an outstanding consultancy whose goal is to be the #1 provider for R&D tax relief advice in the UK. With a strong regional network the business is currently building on their solid foundations and are continually cementing their position asthe pre-eminent...

  • R&D Tax Senior

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited Full time

    R&D Tax Senior - (Technology Focus) - Progression Southwark 50,000 to 60,000 + Hybrid + Discretionary Bonus + Private Pension + Medical Aid + Company Car + 25 Holiday Days Are you a R&D Tax Senior with technology and software experience, looking to take your career to the Assistant Manager and beyond within a business achieving double digit growth, who...

  • Senior R&D Engineer Ascot

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Cranleigh Scientific Ltd Full time

    An internationally renowned chemical business based in Berkshire is currently recruiting for a Senior R&D Engineer to join its world-class tribology team on a permanent basis. As Senior R&D Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for complex R&D projects relating to powertrain systems and tribology – whilst having the ability to deliver technical...

  • R&d Tax Manager

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full time

    R + D Tax Business Development / Manager - Hybrid Working City Based £40k-70k (dependent on experience)Must have at least 1 year of experience in R+D taxTwo organisations are looking for R+D tax professionals.A large mid tier practise is looking for a Manager.A smaller mid tier practise is looking for several R+D tax business developers. These roles will...

  • Head of R&D R&D Consulting · London · Hybrid Remote

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom RCK Partners Full time

    We are a leading provider of tax and business rates relief advice. Established within the last five years, the company has grown to an 80-person firm with multiple product lines and aspirations of further product and geographical diversification in the short-to-mid-term. Our swift ascent has been due to a strict adherence to service delivery and exacting...

  • R&D Director, Europe

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Tropicana Brands Group Full time

    At #TropicanaBrandsGroup we are passionate about nourishing & delighting our consumers, one sip at a timeWe are currently recruiting for a R&D Director to lead our fantastic Europe R&D team. You will play a key role in the delivery of our ambitious growth agenda, by embedding new capabilities, establishing new ecosystems with partners and ensuring that R&D...