Position: AI/ML Engineer (VFX Workflow & Infrastructure) Location: Hyderabad, India Role Overview The AI/ML Engineer will spearhead the development and integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions into our VFX production pipeline. You’ll work closely with pipeline developers, production managers, and creative teams to reimagine workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and push the boundaries of innovation in photorealistic rendering, stylized animation, and other CGI processes. This role combines deep technical expertise with a strong understanding of the demands of a fast-paced VFX/animation studio. Key Responsibilities AI Strategy & Roadmap: Develop and maintain a strategic plan for implementing AI/ML across the VFX pipeline—covering data wrangling, rendering, asset management, animation, and post-production. Identify new approaches to innovate current workflows to increase efficiency and cut down on time. Algorithm & Model Development: Research, design, and implement ML models (e.g., computer vision, generative models, style transfer) that improve artist efficiency, production speed, enhance image quality, or enable new creative possibilities. Optimize models for performance on local GPU/CPU clusters or cloud-based infrastructures. Pipeline Integration & Automation: Collaborate with pipeline engineers to seamlessly integrate AI agents or tools into existing software stacks (e.g., Maya, Houdini, Nuke), ensuring minimal disruption to artists’ workflows. Develop automated solutions for tasks like rotoscoping, clean-up, crowd simulation, environment generation, or facial capture/animation. Infrastructure & Tooling: Architect and maintain robust data pipelines, ensuring the secure collection and organization of high-quality datasets for training AI models. Evaluate and deploy containerization/MLOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, MLflow, etc.) for scalable model training, inference, and monitoring. Performance Optimization: Profile model performance, memory usage, and render times; implement optimizations in frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or custom GPU pipelines. Work with DevOps/IT teams to configure and manage dedicated GPU farms or cloud compute resources. Research & Development: Stay updated with state-of-the-art ML/DL techniques, particularly in generative AI, computer vision, and real-time rendering. Introduce emerging methods (e.g., stable diffusion, large language models, neural rendering) to innovate new production techniques. Documentation & Reporting: Create clear technical documentation for AI solutions, ensuring maintainability and scalability. Present progress, insights, and ROI to executive leadership, project stakeholders, and cross-functional teams. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, or related field. A PhD is a bonus but not mandatory. 5+ years of professional experience in applied machine learning or data science, with at least 2 years in a lead/managerial role. Previous experience in VFX, animation, gaming, or related entertainment industries is a bonus. Programming: Expert-level Python (C++ is a plus). ML Frameworks: Deep understanding of TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, or similar libraries. Computer Vision & Generative Models: Familiarity with CNNs, GANs, autoencoders, stable diffusion, or neural radiance fields. Pipeline Tools: Experience with integration in VFX software (Maya, Houdini, Nuke) and plugin APIs.[Optional] DevOps & MLOps: Comfortable with containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), CI/CD, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven track record of translating production challenges into AI/ML solutions that deliver measurable efficiency gains or cost savings. Experience with model optimization (quantization, pruning) and GPU/CPU performance tuning. Collaboration: Excellent communication to bridge technical and creative teams, explaining complex concepts in clear, accessible language. Leadership: Ability to mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of experimentation and continuous learning. Agility: Adapts quickly to evolving project needs, production pipelines, and new AI techniques. A genuine interest in cinema, animation, or gaming—a plus if you have prior knowledge of the Baahubali IP or similar large-scale IPs. Creativity in applying AI to artistic challenges, from photorealistic digital humans to stylized animated sequences. What We Offer Impactful Role: Shape the future of VFX and animation filmmaking and leave a lasting mark on flagship studio projects. Career Growth: Lead a growing AI team, collaborate with top-tier VFX artists, and gain exposure to cutting-edge tech. Competitive Compensation: Salary, benefits, and potential for performance-based bonuses. Innovative Environment: Access to advanced hardware, robust R&D budget, and the opportunity to experiment with emerging AI trends. Show more Show less

About Mihira Visual Labs Mihira Visual Labs is a research-driven CGI and VFX studio redefining filmmaking through AI- and ML-powered workflows. We specialize in the development and production of full-length animated films, empowering creators with cutting-edge tools to accelerate high-quality storytelling and IP creation. Our mission is to make world-class storytelling faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective — where human imagination is the only true differentiator. Key Responsibilities Department & Production Oversight: Supervise internal departments and oversee the vendor production pipeline across the department. Own and maintain department and vendor schedules with clearly defined deliverables and approval loops. Identify risks and solve problems proactively across both internal and external teams. Vendor Management: Act as the primary point of contact between the studio and vendor partners. Drive accountability and ownership among vendor teams through regular check-ins, clear documentation, and milestone tracking. Review vendor schedules, ensure milestones are met, and flag any deviations early. Facilitate seamless asset and shot ingestion from vendors into the studio pipeline. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise between creative leads, internal production, and external vendors to ensure alignment on creative vision, priorities, and deadlines. Coordinate with the pipeline and tech teams to ensure smooth data transfers, naming conventions, and file compliance across sites. Tracking & Reporting: Maintain detailed task trackers, delivery logs, and review notes using production tools [Shotgrid, Excel, GSuite]. Compile weekly reports and vendor performance summaries for internal leadership. Review Sessions & Feedback Loop: Set up and moderate daily/weekly vendor review calls. Ensure clear and consolidated feedback is shared and tracked to completion. Qualifications 4 - 6+ years of experience in CG animation, VFX, or animated series production, with at least 2 years handling outsourced/vendor workflows. Proven success in vendor management, including schedule planning, QC follow-ups, and production escalations. Strong understanding of CG animation production stages. Experience working with vendor ecosystems. Proficiency in tools like Shotgrid, Google Suites, Zoom, Excel, and production databases. Ability to coordinate across time zones. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About Mihira Visual Labs Mihira Visual Labs is a research-driven CGI and VFX studio redefining filmmaking through AI- and ML-powered workflows. We specialize in the development and production of full-length animated films, empowering creators with cutting-edge tools to accelerate high-quality storytelling and IP creation. Our mission is to make world-class storytelling faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective — where human imagination is the only true differentiator. Role Overview The Lead AI/ML Engineer will spearhead the development and integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions into our VFX production pipeline. You’ll work closely with pipeline developers, production managers, and creative teams to reimagine workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and push the boundaries of innovation in photorealistic rendering, stylized animation, and other CGI processes. This role combines deep technical expertise with a strong understanding of the demands of a fast-paced VFX/animation studio. Key Responsibilities AI Strategy & Roadmap Develop and maintain a strategic plan for implementing AI/ML across the VFX pipeline—covering data wrangling, rendering, asset management, animation, and post-production. Identify new approaches to innovate current workflows to increase efficiency and cut down on time. Algorithm & Model Development Research, design, and implement ML models (e.g., computer vision, generative models, style transfer) that improve artist efficiency, production speed, enhance image quality, or enable new creative possibilities. Optimize models for performance on local GPU/CPU clusters or cloud-based infrastructures. Pipeline Integration & Automation Collaborate with pipeline engineers to seamlessly integrate AI agents or tools into existing software stacks (e.g., Maya, Houdini, Nuke), ensuring minimal disruption to artists’ workflows. Develop automated solutions for tasks like rotoscoping, clean-up, crowd simulation, environment generation, or facial capture/animation. Infrastructure & Tooling Architect and maintain robust data pipelines, ensuring the secure collection and organization of high-quality datasets for training AI models. Evaluate and deploy containerization/MLOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, MLflow, etc.) for scalable model training, inference, and monitoring. Performance Optimization Profile model performance, memory usage, and render times; implement optimizations in frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or custom GPU pipelines. Work with DevOps/IT teams to configure and manage dedicated GPU farms or cloud compute resources. Research & Development Stay updated with state-of-the-art ML/DL techniques, particularly in generative AI, computer vision, and real-time rendering. Introduce emerging methods (e.g., stable diffusion, large language models, neural rendering) to innovate new production techniques. Mentorship & Collaboration Lead a small team of AI engineers or data scientists, providing guidance on best practices, code reviews, and architectural decisions. Educate and train production staff on AI-driven tools and workflows, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Documentation & Reporting Create clear technical documentation for AI solutions, ensuring maintainability and scalability. Present progress, insights, and ROI to executive leadership, project stakeholders, and cross-functional teams. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, or related field. A PhD is a bonus but not mandatory. 5+ years of professional experience in applied machine learning or data science, with at least 2 years in a lead/managerial role. Previous experience in VFX, animation, gaming, or related entertainment industries is a bonus. Programming: Expert-level Python (C++ is a plus). ML Frameworks: Deep understanding of TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, or similar libraries. Computer Vision & Generative Models: Familiarity with CNNs, GANs, autoencoders, stable diffusion, or neural radiance fields. Pipeline Tools: Experience with integration in VFX software (Maya, Houdini, Nuke) and plugin APIs.[Optional] DevOps & MLOps: Comfortable with containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), CI/CD, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven track record of translating production challenges into AI/ML solutions that deliver measurable efficiency gains or cost savings. Experience with model optimization (quantization, pruning) and GPU/CPU performance tuning. Collaboration: Excellent communication to bridge technical and creative teams, explaining complex concepts in clear, accessible language. Leadership: Ability to mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of experimentation and continuous learning. Agility: Adapts quickly to evolving project needs, production pipelines, and new AI techniques. A genuine interest in cinema, animation, or gaming—a plus if you have prior knowledge of the Baahubali IP or similar large-scale IPs. Creativity in applying AI to artistic challenges, from photorealistic digital humans to stylized animated sequences.

About Mihira Visual Labs Mihira Visual Labs is a research-driven CGI and VFX studio redefining filmmaking through AI- and ML-powered workflows. We specialize in the development and production of full-length animated films, empowering creators with cutting-edge tools to accelerate high-quality storytelling and IP creation. Our mission is to make world-class storytelling faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective — where human imagination is the only true differentiator. Role Overview We’re looking for an entrepreneurial Executive Assistant to partner directly with our Founder/CEO and leadership team. You’ll be the force multiplier who keeps priorities on track, streamlines information flow, and safeguards our creative momentum. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Manage complex calendars, travel, and meeting logistics across time zones. Prepare briefing notes, presentations, and follow‑ups. Screen and prioritize emails, calls, and inbound requests. Project & Operations Track OKRs and critical studio milestones; surface risks and dependencies. Coordinate cross‑functional initiatives between R&D, Production, and Finance. Help refine and document AI‑driven processes and SOPs. Communication Draft high‑impact memos, investor updates, and internal newsletters. Own confidential information with discretion. Stakeholder Relations Liaise with producers, talent, vendors, and festival/market organizers. Orchestrate VIP visits, screenings, and off‑sites that showcase our tech. Must‑Have Qualifications 2+ years as an EA, chief‑of‑staff, or operations partner to CEO/ VP, or leadership, preferably in media/tech/start‑up environments. Proven mastery of calendar and travel complexity; you anticipate conflicts before they happen. Superb written and verbal communication—able to translate technical jargon into crisp narratives. High proficiency with G‑Suite, Jira, and project‑management tools. Energy for fast pivots, ambiguity, and deadline‑driven creative teams. Discretion and sound judgment handling sensitive IP and confidential data. Nice‑to‑Have Passion for VFX/animation, generative AI, or film production pipelines. Experience coordinating across US/EU & APAC time zones. Familiarity with basic financial modeling or investor relations decks.

About Mihira Visual Labs Mihira Visual Labs is a research-driven CGI and VFX studio redefining filmmaking through AI- and ML-powered workflows. We specialize in the development and production of full-length animated films, empowering creators with cutting-edge tools to accelerate high-quality storytelling and IP creation. Our mission is to make world-class storytelling faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective — where human imagination is the only true differentiator. Role Overview We are looking for an Unreal Engine Developer with a strong foundation in Blueprints and UMG to help us build real-time cinematic and interactive experiences. In this role, you will work closely with our creative and technical teams to prototype, implement, and optimize real-time content. This is a hands-on development role with the opportunity to work at the forefront of VFX, animation, and virtual production technologies. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement real-time features using Unreal Engine Blueprints and/or C++ Design and build responsive, performant UI systems using UMG Collaborate closely with creative, technical, and production teams to support in-engine visualization and animation workflows Optimize and deploy Unreal Engine projects across multiple platforms, including iOS and Android Maintain clean, scalable, and well-documented code Qualifications & Skills Strong experience with Unreal Engine (Blueprints and/or C++) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, Interactive Media, Animation Technology, or a related field. (Equivalent practical experience will also be considered) Proficient in UMG for UI/UX design and development Solid understanding of best practices for real-time graphics and performance optimization Nice To Have Experience with Sequencer workflows and timeline-based animations Familiarity with Cine Camera Actors and cinematic tools in UE Knowledge of Live Link and Remote Control API for real-time device integration Hands-on experience deploying projects to mobile platforms (iOS/Android) Exposure to Virtual Production pipelines and tools Python scripting experience within the Unreal Engine Editor

About Us We're a tech-driven creative studio building innovative tools for the VFX and animation industry . Our mission is to blend cutting-edge engineering with artistic workflows — streamlining production, enhancing creativity, and reimagining how visual stories are made. If you’re excited by the intersection of technology, design, and storytelling, you’ll feel right at home here. About The Role We’re developing next-gen tools and platforms — from artist-focused products to pipeline automation. We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who enjoys crafting scalable systems, thrives in creative environments, and is curious about how AI/ML (especially agents and intelligent automation) can augment human creativity. Here, your engineering will directly support artists and storytellers. You won’t just build infrastructure — you'll help shape the future of how stories are imagined and brought to life. What You’ll Do Design and build robust backend systems and APIs for our internal tools and creative products Collaborate with cross-functional teams — from artists to AI engineers — to understand needs and ship effective solutions Optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability Integrate AI/ML services and tools into backend workflows (e.g., inference pipelines, smart agents) Contribute to overall backend architecture and system design thinking What We’re Looking For 4+ years of experience in backend development (Python preferred; Go, Node.js, or similar are a plus) Solid experience with RESTful APIs, databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.), and microservices Familiarity with containerization (Docker), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) Interest or experience in AI/ML — whether through experimentation, prototypes, or production use A Bachelor's degree (BE/BTech in CS, IT, or related fields) is preferred Bonus Points Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks (Transformers, LangChain, OpenAI, etc.) Familiarity with animation/VFX production pipelines or creative tools (Unreal, Blender, Houdini, etc.) Contributions to open-source or side projects relevant to creative tech

Job Overview We are looking for a meticulous and technically sound Confirmist (Onset Editor) to join our post-production team. The role requires a sharp eye for detail, strong knowledge of editorial pipelines, and hands-on experience working with offline/online edits, conforming, and preparing sequences for VFX and final delivery. The Confirmist will be responsible for ensuring editorial accuracy and consistency from production to post, and for facilitating a smooth handoff between departments. Key Responsibilities Conform edits from offline to online ensuring frame-accurate timelines that match the locked cut. Match and relink media using EDLs, XMLs, and AAFs to high-resolution sources. Handle plate pulls and reference turnovers for VFX teams. Flag inconsistencies and discrepancies between offline cuts, source footage, and VFX deliveries. Collaborate with editorial, VFX, color, and sound teams to maintain version control. Prepare shot breakdowns and ingest media into tracking tools and editorial software. Maintain editorial timelines, markers, metadata, and updated slates. Support onset editorial needs during production including quick cuts, dailies management, or editorial continuity. Ensure all assets meet delivery specs and are backed up and documented correctly. Support DI and final conform/delivery processes. Key Requirements 2–4 years of experience in an editorial, conform, or VFX pipeline role. Proficiency with tools such as Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Flame, or similar. Strong understanding of post-production workflows, codecs, color spaces, and media management. Experience handling EDLs/XMLs/AAFs and online/offline workflows. Meticulous attention to detail and strong communication skills. Ability to work under tight deadlines and coordinate across departments. Familiarity with VFX tracking tools (ShotGrid, Ftrack) is a plus. Onset experience or comfort working alongside the production crew is a bonus. Preferred Qualifications Experience in animation or VFX-heavy projects. Knowledge of scripting or automation (Python, bash) for editorial tools is a plus. Familiarity with color pipelines and LUT application workflows.