The Role
Embed with client studios to deploy, integrate, and support infrastructure and software (storage, workstations, render, networking, cloud). Diagnose and resolve cross-platform issues, automate deployments, support secure/TPN-aligned workflows, own escalations, write documentation, and recommend environment improvements while collaborating with internal teams.
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Forward Deployed Engineer
Los Angeles, CA — Hybrid / Client On-Site
ABOUT US
Since 2003, GPL Technologies has helped studios around the world run faster, more reliable production
environments. Trusted by 500+ studios in media, entertainment, post-production, and VFX, our team of
engineers, consultants, and specialists understands the real pressure of creative deadlines. Our services
span managed IT, software services, security & compliance (TPN), cloud, and production-ready technical
staffing.
THE ROLE
GPL Technologies is looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer to be the technical face of GPL inside our
clients' studios. You'll embed directly with client teams — on-site and remote — to deploy, integrate, and
support GPL solutions in live production environments. This is a hybrid role for someone who is equal
parts systems engineer, problem solver, and trusted advisor: comfortable owning technical delivery
end-to-end while building strong relationships with client stakeholders, from artists and production staff to
studio technology leadership.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Deploy, configure, and integrate infrastructure and software solutions on-site at client studios (storage,
workstations, render, networking, cloud)
• Serve as the primary embedded technical contact for assigned clients, translating production needs into
technical requirements and workable solutions
• Own escalations end-to-end in fast-paced production environments, diagnosing and resolving complex
issues across Windows, Linux, and Mac ecosystems
• Automate deployments and repetitive workflows using scripting and configuration management tools
• Support secure remote workflows, TPN-aligned security requirements, and compliance initiatives at
client sites
• Collaborate with GPL's engineering, security, and software services teams to deliver projects and feed
client insights back into our solutions
• Write clear documentation and runbooks for both internal teams and client staff
• Identify opportunities to improve client environments and proactively recommend solutions
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
• 4+ years of hands-on systems or infrastructure engineering experience, ideally in client-facing or
consulting roles
• Strong cross-platform skills: Windows, Linux, and macOS administration
• Scripting/automation proficiency (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)
• Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, VPN)
• Experience with virtualization and storage technologies (SAN/NAS)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills — you can explain technical decisions to artists,
producers, and CTOs alike
• Self-starter who thrives with autonomy, ambiguity, and aggressive deadlines
• Ability to travel to client sites in the greater Los Angeles area; occasional after-hours support during
critical production windows
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent work experience
NICE TO HAVE
• Experience in media & entertainment, post-production, or VFX environments
• Familiarity with production storage and workflows (Avid, Autodesk Flow/ShotGrid, Deadline,
high-performance storage)
• Cloud experience (AWS preferred), including hybrid production workflows
• Configuration management / IaC experience (Ansible, Terraform)
• TPN, MPA, or studio security compliance exposure
• MSP or multi-client support background
WHAT WE OFFER
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible work schedule
• Excellent work environment with exposure to leading studios and cutting-edge production technology
• Supportive and progressive staff and leadership
GPL CORE VALUES
• We take care of each other and our clients
• Agility is our edge
• Creative problem solvers
• Cool under pressure
• Clarity, Confidence, Commitment
Los Angeles, CA — Hybrid / Client On-Site
ABOUT US
Since 2003, GPL Technologies has helped studios around the world run faster, more reliable production
environments. Trusted by 500+ studios in media, entertainment, post-production, and VFX, our team of
engineers, consultants, and specialists understands the real pressure of creative deadlines. Our services
span managed IT, software services, security & compliance (TPN), cloud, and production-ready technical
staffing.
THE ROLE
GPL Technologies is looking for a Forward Deployed Engineer to be the technical face of GPL inside our
clients' studios. You'll embed directly with client teams — on-site and remote — to deploy, integrate, and
support GPL solutions in live production environments. This is a hybrid role for someone who is equal
parts systems engineer, problem solver, and trusted advisor: comfortable owning technical delivery
end-to-end while building strong relationships with client stakeholders, from artists and production staff to
studio technology leadership.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Deploy, configure, and integrate infrastructure and software solutions on-site at client studios (storage,
workstations, render, networking, cloud)
• Serve as the primary embedded technical contact for assigned clients, translating production needs into
technical requirements and workable solutions
• Own escalations end-to-end in fast-paced production environments, diagnosing and resolving complex
issues across Windows, Linux, and Mac ecosystems
• Automate deployments and repetitive workflows using scripting and configuration management tools
• Support secure remote workflows, TPN-aligned security requirements, and compliance initiatives at
client sites
• Collaborate with GPL's engineering, security, and software services teams to deliver projects and feed
client insights back into our solutions
• Write clear documentation and runbooks for both internal teams and client staff
• Identify opportunities to improve client environments and proactively recommend solutions
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
• 4+ years of hands-on systems or infrastructure engineering experience, ideally in client-facing or
consulting roles
• Strong cross-platform skills: Windows, Linux, and macOS administration
• Scripting/automation proficiency (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)
• Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, VPN)
• Experience with virtualization and storage technologies (SAN/NAS)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills — you can explain technical decisions to artists,
producers, and CTOs alike
• Self-starter who thrives with autonomy, ambiguity, and aggressive deadlines
• Ability to travel to client sites in the greater Los Angeles area; occasional after-hours support during
critical production windows
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent work experience
NICE TO HAVE
• Experience in media & entertainment, post-production, or VFX environments
• Familiarity with production storage and workflows (Avid, Autodesk Flow/ShotGrid, Deadline,
high-performance storage)
• Cloud experience (AWS preferred), including hybrid production workflows
• Configuration management / IaC experience (Ansible, Terraform)
• TPN, MPA, or studio security compliance exposure
• MSP or multi-client support background
WHAT WE OFFER
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible work schedule
• Excellent work environment with exposure to leading studios and cutting-edge production technology
• Supportive and progressive staff and leadership
GPL CORE VALUES
• We take care of each other and our clients
• Agility is our edge
• Creative problem solvers
• Cool under pressure
• Clarity, Confidence, Commitment
Skills Required
- 4+ years of hands-on systems or infrastructure engineering experience, ideally client-facing or consulting roles
- Windows, Linux, and macOS administration and troubleshooting
- Scripting/automation proficiency (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)
- Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, VPN)
- Experience with virtualization and storage technologies (SAN/NAS)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Self-starter who thrives with autonomy, ambiguity, and aggressive deadlines
- Ability to travel to client sites in the greater Los Angeles area and provide occasional after-hours support
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent work experience
- Experience in media & entertainment, post-production, or VFX environments
- Familiarity with production storage and workflows (Avid, Autodesk Flow/ShotGrid, Deadline, high-performance storage)
- Cloud experience (AWS preferred), including hybrid production workflows
- Configuration management / IaC experience (Ansible, Terraform)
- TPN, MPA, or studio security compliance exposure
- MSP or multi-client support background
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The Company
What We Do
Since our founding in 2003 in Los Angeles, California, we’ve spent the last twenty years building on our expertise as trusted technology advisers and vendors for the media & entertainment, and architecture industries. Our staff of technology specialists and VFX pipeline engineers are known for their innovative approach to problem-solving and trusted for their expertise in architecting client-centric production IT solutions that help your studio achieve its unique technology goals.
