Software Manager: Lucasfilm Animation Singapore jobs opportunities

[L_Singapore]

Lucasfilm Animation Singapore

Job Title : Software Manager


Department: Information Technology



Summary: Responsible for providing leadership for Software team members,
including assisting with the definition of team goals, oversight of
tasks, as well as monitoring and guidance for multiple simultaneous
projects from inception to implementation



Responsibilities:



* Provide leadership and oversight for projects and tasks of
developers in order to meet user requirements and resolve problems;
strive to maximize team and departmental performance
* Works cooperatively with other departments/groups to solve
issues and improve overall workflow.
* Primarily responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of
production software and/or systems, as well as the development of new
systems. This includes bug fixing, upgrades, enhancements and
integration into the production pipeline
* Communicates with team members, end-users, and end-user groups
to determine technical requirements and disseminate information
regarding project status
* Acts as a liaison between outside vendors and the department for
purposes of coordination of maintenance and bug fixing



Education, Experience and Skills:



* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Scientific discipline
required. Advanced degree preferred
* 5-7 years demonstrated experience in software or systems
development for computer graphics, including one or more of the
following areas: Animation Systems, Modeling Tools, Compositing Systems,
Renderers and Shaders, Distributed Processing Systems
* Significant experience and working knowledge of software
development using C. Scripting experience desired, preferably in Python
* Experience using, and/or developing software under, one or more
of the following operating systems: Linux, MS Windows
* Maya experience preferred, with experience in MEL scripting and
Maya plugins
* Must be able to work well with a wide range of personality
types. Ability to work in all levels of the organization
* Must be detail oriented, have strong organizational skills with
the ability to prioritize and multi-task
* Demonstrated ability to use logic to problem-solve. Willingness
to take initiative and resolve problems
* Experience supporting End Users is required. Must be customer
service orientated
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high
attention to detail and quality control
* Ability to work well with team members and provide guidance and
leadership within a fast paced, dynamic, deadline orientated environment



Please apply directly to singjobs@lucasfilm.com