AI Lead, Python Tools

Software engineers and AI agents alike suffer from the same problem: finding that one person or place that will answer their tough, specific question. Many solutions promise to solve this with similarity search in vector databases. Unfortunately, finding the answer is often a puzzle with pieces to be collected across a myriad of contradictory sources and cannot be solved without surgical search and careful reasoning.  Spectrum collects data from an organization’s code, docs, and issues, and organizes knowledge in a unified ontology that AI agents can efficiently search through and reason over. We aim to revolutionize the semantic layer space for software-building organizations and move beyond specs that fall out of sync with code, introducing a living spec – one that’s extracted from the whole system and used to keep it aligned. Spectrum is meant to be the single source of truth for all product and architectural knowledge. Spectrum is a resident of JetBrains' startup incubator, with startup speed and autonomy, and backed by 25 years of developer tooling expertise. We are looking for a top-class ML Engineer who will help us shape the future of software development. You will own our AI and ML engineering stack and help define the research agenda for our team. Your technical vision and design decisions will directly shape the product and determine its success. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: * Designing and building the ML/LLM solution for data ingestion, knowledge extraction, retrieval, and subsequent reasoning. * Creating the datasets, metrics, and pipelines that drive measurable improvements across the system. * Architecting and improving agents for context retrieval, knowledge extraction, and data alignment, which includes prompt engineering, model selection, and inference optimization. * Establishing MLOps practices, including orchestration, observability, and experiment tracking. * Collaborating with the engineering team on system design and with JetBrains Research on the research agenda. * Defining hiring criteria, growing the ML team, and shaping the ML team culture. WE EXPECT YOU TO HAVE: * A proven track record as an ML/AI Lead. * At least five years of experience in ML/AI systems, with at least two years focused on LLMs and generative AI. * A deep understanding of the LLM ecosystem, including model architectures and fine-tuning approaches. * Hands-on experience with: * Prompt engineering and LLM pipeline design, including evaluation. * Agentic frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, LangSmith, smolagents, or an equivalent. * Vector databases and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) patterns. * Deploying and scaling LLM-powered applications using APIs (e.g. OpenAI or Anthropic) or open-source models. * Strong Python skills – Kotlin knowledge would be a plus. * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. * Proficiency in English, both written and verbal.  OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE: * Experience with ontologies, knowledge graphs, or graph-based reasoning. * Experience in early-stage startups – you enjoy the zero-to-one phase. * The ability to think strategically about product-led AI, beyond just training models in isolation. * A background in code analysis, developer tools, or software engineering research. * Experience with multi-agent systems or complex agentic workflows. * Actively contributed to relevant open-source projects or publications. WHAT WE OFFER * A competitive salary and JetBrains benefits. * A generous runway and corporate resources with startup autonomy. #LI-KP1 We are an equal opportunity employer We know great ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. That’s why we do our best to create an open and inclusive workplace – one that welcomes everyone regardless of their background, identity, religion, age, accessibility needs, or orientation. We process the data provided in your job application in accordance with the Recruitment Privacy Policy.

Description Position at DNEG Role: Pipeline TD - 3D Key Purpose of the Job: DDU (DNEG Dedicated Unit) operates within BRAHMA AI and works closely with DNEG to develop technology used directly in production. The team builds tools, platforms and workflows that support VFX and Feature Animation pipelines across DNEG’s global studios. Much of the work focuses on artist-facing tools, large production pipelines, simulation and rendering workflows, and systems that need to run reliably across distributed teams. As a Pipeline Technical Director (Pipeline TD), you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the tools, software and workflows used on our award-winning VFX and Feature Animation shows. You will be providing face-to-face technical support and assistance to artists, as well as developing new tools and scripts - predominantly in Python - to meet the specific show requirements. Our talented Pipeline TDs are highly technical and demonstrate an aptitude for creative problem solving. You will be regularly required to: Be the bridge between the shows and the requirements of Technology team(s) Report and update the relevant Pipe Supervisor(s) Onboard and Mentor new ATDs Chair show ProdTech meetings/equivalent ceremony for the site Be able to autonomously lead and own a show’s tech stack Possibly lead ATDs (if any) on present on said show Be trusted with the day-to-day operations of their show, with a Pipe Supe or HOD being ultimately responsible It’s a management decision to bestow the rank of PipeTD onto a candidate, and with that the trust that the PipeTD can have work delegated to them, but that doesn’t change where the overall accountability falls Provide technical advice and support for artists Collaborate with R&D developers and senior production supervisors to develop specific new Python tools and workflows Contribute to the development and constant improvement of the DNEG pipeline Identify areas for improvement or automation to help artists work smarter and more efficiently. Ensure requests for new tools are connected with company strategy As well as being able to demonstrate technical skill and initiative, you will need to be an excellent communicator - your ability to accurately and succinctly communicate between technical developers and non-technical artists will help you thrive in this role. Our Pipeline TDs not only produce excellent work, they are also inspirational mentors and coaches to the more junior members of the Pipeline team. This ranges from formal guidance - generating tutorials and teaching materials - to informal mentoring on a day-to-day basis, and you will be supported in this role by our Pipeline Supervisors. Above all, you will be at the centre of some of the most exciting VFX and Animation work on projects ranging from blockbuster epics to television dramas, working with some of the most talented individuals in the industry. You will be in a fantastic position to develop your leadership skills and enhance your skills as a tool developer in a collaborative, show-facing environment. Must Have A degree in Computer Science, Computer Graphics or other related field or previous experience in Visual Effects or a related industry Excellent Python, Maya and Linux skills Experience in developing tools for DCC packages such as Maya, Houdini and/or Nuke Experience with source control systems and team development Proven ability to negotiate with key stakeholders and balance priority Experience in mentoring (and perhaps even leading) junior members of the team Nice to Have Proven negotiation skills in a production environment Experience with renderers such as PRMan, Clarisse or Mantra Familiarity with agile methodologies Working knowledge knowledge of source control, PRs and git flow Experience task tracking, jira, or equivalent Worked within a mid-large sized development team 3-5 years of experience in VFX Experience with Realtime Technologies Experience in writing documentation and/or tutorials We would not be able to produce award-winning work without our Production Technology department, which is committed to nurturing a diverse and exciting workplace. Our teams have a variety of backgrounds and originate from a number of different countries, working across the globe at the forefront of technology in the industry. About Us We are DNEG, one of the world's leading visual effects, animation and stereo conversion companies for feature film and television, with studios in London, Vancouver, Mumbai, Los Angeles, Chennai, Montreal, Chandigarh, Hyderabad and Goa. About Us We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney). At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!