Pipeline Technical Director - Contract

"The AI company that's revolutionizing Hollywood"

Flawless is transforming Hollywood with assistive AI. Our tools empower filmmakers to edit, localize, and refine performances while preserving artistic intent.

Designed to support, not replace, artists, our technology expands what is possible on screen and gives creators freedom to tell stories with greater impact and reach audiences in new ways. From enabling seamless multilingual releases to eliminating the need for costly reshoots, Flawless solves critical challenges that slow down productions and limit distribution.

We are also setting the standard for ethical AI in entertainment. Our Artistic Rights Treasury (A.R.T.) is a rights management solution that protects artists and rights holders, ensuring that innovation moves forward with transparency and respect for creative ownership.

Reports to:

Jason Evanko - Technical Support Lead

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a versatile and detail-oriented Pipeline TD who can support revenue-critical client projects while laying foundations for long-term pipeline innovation. The ideal candidate is both technically sharp and comfortable collaborating with creative users, bridging engineering with production to deliver efficient, secure, and reliable workflows.

Responsibilities:

• Support ongoing client film projects by building, maintaining, and troubleshooting production pipeline tools

• Ensure smooth data movement and show management across different technologies, scripts, and platforms

• Provide hands-on Linux support, resolving filesystem, permissions, and media-handling issues

• Collaborate closely with production, R&D, and creative users to translate needs into scalable technical solutions

• Maintain version control, automated builds, and production releases with high reliability

• Safeguard sensitive media through secure pipeline practices

• Troubleshoot complex technical issues quickly in a production environment

• Document workflows, tools, and processes to ensure knowledge transfer and consistent suppor

• Contribute to proof-of-concept work for long-form pipeline development, a key company priority

Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience in a Pipeline focussed engineering role

• Understanding of the film post-production pipeline

• Proficiency in Python

• Awareness of security requirements when handling sensitive media

• Experience using Linux systems and delivering Linux system-level support

• Knowledge of filesystems, permissions, disk management, and Linux interfacing

• Experience managing software lifecycle, production releases, version control (e.g. Git), and automated builds

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and debugging skills in a production environment

• Proven experience in a support setting

• Ability to discuss technical issues with creative users

• Familiarity with production/content management and versioning systems (e.g. ShotGrid, Ftrack)

Interview Process

At Flawless, our team and interview process want to help you show your best self. We’ll dive into past projects and simulate working together.

Our interview process is three rounds with some casual Zoom (or in-person) coffee in between to get to know each other:

- Hiring Manager Screen: 45 minutes discussing your experience and the role. Ensuring there is strong alignment between what we need your interests and experience.

- Coding Interview: 60 minute live technical interview, tackling a common TD related challenge.

Your Recruiter OR hiring manager will be your main point of contact and prepare you for interviews. You’ll meet 4 to 6 people from across the business. (We make sure that you have time in each interview to ask them questions). If we don’t give an offer, we’ll provide feedback!

Why work at Flawless?

You will be working in an environment based on trust, autonomy and collaboration, and this is a great opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a growing company in its most exciting stage of development. You can play a part in shaping the future of a company that’s caring, creative and collaborative.

In addition to this, you'll also receive: 

- Autonomy

- A hybrid working environment

- Competitive Salary

- All permanent employees receive generous stock options

I don’t meet all the listed requirements—should I still apply?

Absolutely! Research shows that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification, but at Flawless, we actively work to break down those barriers. We believe diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds make us stronger, and we are committed to supporting and elevating underrepresented talent. If you're excited about the role, share our values, and believe you can contribute meaningfully, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every single requirement. Your unique skills and perspective matter, and we’d love to hear from you ❤️