About the role
Role Overview
This is a permanent role with a preference for a hybrid working model. Remote working is flexible provided the candidate can meet with the team in the London studio in-person periodically. The company cannot support VISA or relocation for this role.
About the Role
The Senior Software Developer will help build modern cloud-based next-gen AI and prompt data pipelines and workflows. The role involves building solutions that interconnect with existing pipelines, workflows, and asset management systems, and delivering products used for modern advertising and brand management. Responsibilities include building services and tools for prompt tracking, AI observability, and LLMOPS for running AI pipelines and model training. The position offers a high degree of technical autonomy, working in partnership with ML/AI, pipeline, and production teams across film and advertising.
Responsibilities
- Develop modern pipelines and services for prompt and AI media workflows, extending existing pipelines and workflows.
- Ship secure, scalable, and maintainable Python services frequently using modern GCP cloud infrastructure.
- Design and plan robust data solutions to version, track, and observe pipeline data.
- Collaborate closely with pipeline teams, artists, and the ML/AI department.
- Ensure features have useful metrics and carefully considered security measures.
- Explore and harness AI techniques to assist in code and media generation where appropriate.
- Champion Agile methodologies, focusing heavily on code review, continuous delivery, test-driven development, and team mentorship.
- Mentor peers and teams in AI techniques and modern best practices.
Requirements
- Experience building data and workflow solutions (e.g., in a VFX pipeline or similar).
- Experience with web and service development, specifically Python backend systems.
- A strong grasp of modern agile software development practices, including continuous delivery, code review, and TDD.
- Ability to problem-solve independently and write high-quality code without an over-reliance on AI tools.
- Strong communication skills, a mentorship mindset, and an eager, proactive approach to personal and team growth.
Nice to Haves
- Previous experience building backend systems that integrate with AI agents and observability stacks.
- Experience with VFX/Animation Pipelines.
- Experience with digital asset management.
- Experience deploying services to cloud platforms like GCP.
Workplace & Culture
- Accessibility: The London studio is fully accessible with step-free entry, accessible toilets on all floors, and quiet spaces.
- Commitment: The company is committed to supporting disabled colleagues and providing an inclusive workplace for everyone. Framestore employs talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities, and sexual preferences.
- Application Policy: The company reviews all applications manually and does not use artificial intelligence to screen candidates. Requirements are guidelines rather than hard and fast rules; candidates with transferable skills are encouraged to apply.