Video Systems Engineer Job at Apple in Sunnyvale

Video Systems Engineer

Sunnyvale,California,United States

Marketing

Marcom is the creatively-led global team that oversees Apples consumer facing marketing. We ensure the flawless development and execution of world-class communications across all medias and platforms. Every day, hundreds of millions of Apple customers around the world interact with our products. We drive the strategy and creative work that provide both new and existing customers with simple, engaging and inspiring marketing experiences. You will have the opportunity to work in a team that leads in the design and creation of award-winning 2D and 3D marketing content. The role will be focused on enabling the teams' individual objectives by maintaining, servicing, and supporting the day-to-day technical support needs by the group.

**Description**

The Video Systems Engineer is responsible for the operation and maintenance of key video and visual effects systems, pipeline workflow, render farm operation and management, as well as assisting the creative end user. Also a large focus of this position is being able to think outside the box to enable the Marcom Video team to work in new innovative ways. ?Responsibilities: Coordination, planning, administration and management of high-performance VFX-specific infrastructure systems in an enterprise datacenter Troubleshooting application and OS issues, networking problems, and systems issues. Manage Deadline render farm configuration and help artists troubleshoot failed jobs. Expertise handling and troubleshooting 3D assets, their geometry, rigs, textures, shaders and associated metadata within a VFX pipeline and various AR/VR platforms Participate in architectural planning discussions to ensure a consistent technology roadmap.

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ 10+ years of experience with Linux, Unix, CoreOS, macOS, iOS, Windows, etc.

+ Experience with Maya, C4D, Houdini, Nuke, and Adobe CC applications

+ Experience with distributed rendering solutions such as AWS Thinkbox Deadline

+ Professional experience in a Systems/IT support position, ideally in a visual effects / editing / VR studio environment

**Key Qualifications**

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Knowledge of rendering tools including VRay, Mantra, Arnold, and Deadline

+ Experience with Xsan/Stornext SAN environments

+ You have strong communication and interpersonal skills and thrive working in dynamic environment

+ You have a working knowledge of networking (TCP/IP) and the ability to troubleshoot networking issues

+ Broad experience supporting and maintaining common Linux/Unix applications and

+ services, as well as a good understanding of DNS, DHCP, LDAP, NFS, AutoFS, Kerberos, PAM, PXE, SNMP, SSH, VNC, X11, HTTP/S, and NTP

+ Youre great at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines, even when the pressure is on.

+ Broadcast video experience using equipment like AJA/Blackmagic cards, cabling and termination, monitor calibration using SpectraCal Calman.

+ Familiar with installation and management of license servers like RLM, FLEXlm, and HASP.

+ Deployment and management of systems such as Ansible, Puppet, and JAMF

+ Advanced networking knowledge including Fiber channel, SDI and time sensitive networking

**Education & Experience**

**Additional Requirements**

**Pay & Benefits**

+ At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $179,000 and $269,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apples discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

+ Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)

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