Double Negative’s R&D department develop ground-breaking software to ensure that the studio remains at the cutting-edge of global VFX production.

Our R&D Programmers support multiple film projects in parallel, from initial design through on-set supervision and production to post-production, by delivering pioneering tools that enable our artists to tackle increasingly complex challenges, with stunning results.

R&D Programmers at DNeg are tasked with a variety of responsibilities spanning the full software development life-cycle; designing, supporting and maintaining software, integrating tools into our Pipeline, and even further extension as work adapts and new challenges arise.

Double Negative is always excited to hear from talented programmers: a passion for solving complex problems is a must!

Needs to Do:
• Investigate appropriate solutions and techniques to address challenges
• Plan the development of tools and break-down the plan into tasks
• Communicate development timeframes to the Software Project Manager and stakeholders
• Maintain, revise and extend existing tools
• Produce technical documentation and user manuals

Needs to Know:
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent subject
• Excellent knowledge of C++ and Python (qt and other languages a plus)
• Solid knowledge and experience of a variety of programming libraries, such as Boost
• Extensive experience in object-oriented programming and ORM system design
• Experience of development in a Linux environment
• Solid understanding of test-driven development
• High-level knowledge of databases and SQL
• Experience with system design and architecture

Needs to Be:
• Knowledgeable and interested in emerging industry technologies
• Smart, driven and adaptable
• Logical and practical in approach to solving complex problems
• Able to future-plan beyond the scope of the current development task
• Team oriented and organised
• A strong communicator – both verbal and written

If you are an experienced developer, and are looking for an opportunity to join a large R&D team of world-class programmers, then we want to hear from you! Please email your cover letter and CV to jobs@dneg.com