Looking for a Job? Pixar is Now Hiring

Are you looking for a job? Pixar is now hiring.

About Pixar:

Pixar is an American computer animation film studio founded in 1986 by entrepreneur and Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. Pixar has created some of the most beloved and critically acclaimed animated films of all time, including Toy Story, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Up, Inside Out, Wall-E and Coco. Pixar’s original animated films have grossed more than $14 billion at the worldwide box office. In addition to making feature films and short films, Pixar also produces computer-generated imagery (CGI) for use in other media such as video games, commercials and theme park attractions. The company is dedicated to creating stories with heart and humor that appeal to audiences of all ages. With its rich culture of innovation and creativity, Pixar continues to be a leader in the entertainment industry, producing timeless classics that will be cherished by generations to come.

Latest Pixar Job Opportunities:

Are you looking for a Technical Relations Manager at Pixar? If so, you’re in luck! They seek a Developer Relations Manager to join their Software R&D Department.

As the first point of contact for partner information management regarding Universal Scene Description (USD) and related procedures, you’ll be responsible for promoting standards and good development practices by actively engaging with partners and developer communities to build relationships and answer questions about our open source software. This position requires a unique blend of technical, content development, presentation, and customer-facing skills.

What kind of responsibilities will the Technical Relations Manager have?

• Evaluate, evangelize, and drive USD adoption
• Partner with engineers and management to develop recommendations for the product roadmap, process improvement, and other policies
• Help educate and support internal & external teams on relevant industry trends
• Take a data-driven approach in defining developer relations success metrics and prioritizing work so that progress can be measured and communicated to stakeholders
• Provide project management with guidance on external project timeframes and priorities
• Work closely with a technical writer to identify opportunities for improvement in documentation guidelines.
• Represent needs of external partners to internal engineering teams

What are they looking for in a qualified candidate? They are seeking an individual who is familiar with presenting to technical audiences & generating content for developers; has an understanding of how product roadmaps are crafted; knows what it means to work in a cross-functional team structure & influence across product areas/groups; can manage multiple projects simultaneously; has knowledge of software development in technology companies; has excellent written & verbal communication skills; can work independently with minimal direction; & has either a bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.

If this is the perfect opportunity, we invite you to apply today! This position offers competitive pay rates ranging from $143,140.00 – $185,240.00 per year in Emeryville. Take advantage of your chance to make history at Pixar!

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Technical Relations Manager, Software R&D (USD)

Our Software R&D department develops Pixar’s in-house and open-source software. We work closely with artists and engineers to build innovative filmmaking tools that enable our film production and continuously extend artistic reach. At Pixar, we are all a part of the storytelling process, and you will have an opportunity to partner with our filmmakers as we make the best movies in the world.

We are looking for a Developer Relations Manager in our Software R&D Department! You’ll be Pixar’s first point of contact for partner information management regarding Universal Scene Description (USD). You will promote standards and good development practices by engaging with partners and developer communities to build relationships and answer questions about our open-source software and procedures. This position requires a blend of technical skills, content development, presentation, and customer-facing skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate, evangelize, and drive USD adoption
• Partner with engineers and management to develop recommendations for the product roadmap and process improvement
• Help educate and support internal & external teams on relevant industry trends.
• Take a data-driven approach in defining developer relations success metrics and prioritizing work so that progress can be measured and communicated to stakeholders.
• Provide project management with guidance on external project timeframes and priorities.
• Work closely with a technical writer to identify opportunities for improvement in documentation, guidelines, and other policies.
• Represent needs of external partners to internal engineering teams.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Know what it means to work in a cross-functional team structure and influence across product areas/groups.
• Understand how product roadmaps are crafted and what drives them
• Familiarity with presenting to technical audiences and generating content for developers
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and make forward progress on multiple concurrent tasks
• Know-how of developing software at a technology company
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work hybrid work model (4 days a week on campus)
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience

The hiring range for this position in Emeryville is $143,140.00 to $185,240.00 per year. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

Pixar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We know our storytelling is at its best when we include, celebrate and embrace difference. We strive to be a diverse workforce representative of our audiences and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects various voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Pixar participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. | Follow us on Twitter @PixarRecruiting.

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