Software engineer jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 21, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,196
Employers: 920

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $128,132Across 277 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $149,896Across 97 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $55.83Across 28 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 12%259 listings
Hybrid: 41%899 listings
On-site: 46%1,002 listings

Not specified: 2% (36 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (97), Arista Networks (38), EA SPORTS (27).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Eyeline

Senior Software Engineer, Houdini

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Pay: $150,000 - $210,000 a year
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 8+ years experience writing Houdini pipeline code using python
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 19, 2026

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Original job description

Eyeline is a global team of risk takers, innovators and perfectionists who achieve creative visions and have fun doing it. A dynamic workforce nestled within the industry’s most intriguing cities, united by a drive to push the boundaries of storytelling. Learn more.

The Senior Software Engineer, Houdini collaborates with Pipeline Leads to build a Houdini pipeline that spans lookdev, lighting, CFX, and FX, using USD and Solaris as a backbone. They leverage their production experience to create intuitive and self-documenting workflows that can be quickly adopted by users of differing skill levels, and which can operate efficiently on scenes of extreme scale and complexity.

Key Responsibilities

Solve complex problems in the domain of Houdini pipeline workflows
Write high quality Python code that is easy to maintain and is well-tested
Communicate with artists to identify areas of inefficiency and help gather their requirements
Contribute to technical briefs and user documentation

Qualifications

Passion for staying on top of latest features in Houdini
8+ years experience writing Houdini pipeline code using python
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated talent for designing intuitive, artist-friendly workflows without sacrificing functionality
Understanding of object-oriented programming patterns
Comfortable with git and unit testing
Desire to probe and understand the inner workings of complex systems
Background as an FX artist using Houdini in production preferred
Hands-on experience with OpenUSD / Solaris a plus
Experience with PDG / TOPs preferred

$150,000 - $210,000 a year

This salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Vancouver, BC. To determine your base salary, we consider your qualifications, skills, and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary outside of this range and will also be dependent on your location.

About Us

Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality. By blending the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. Our three pillars - VFX, Studios and Labs - form the creative spine of Eyeline, guiding how we think, work, and show up in every frame.

At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry and our people are the soul behind everything we do, deepening creative connection, rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, working hand in hand with our creative partners from concept to final pixel.

Netflix Investment- Eyeline

With the support of Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in visual effects and virtual production technology. In addition to our work with Netflix, we continue to partner with a wide range of long-standing and new clients worldwide.

Come as you are

We are looking for those seeking to take risks with us, those driven by passion for their craft. To us, these are key ingredients that we look for in our team. We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with Pipeline Leads to build a Houdini pipeline spanning lookdev, lighting, CFX, and FX using USD and Solaris. Develop intuitive, high-quality Python workflows and technical documentation to improve artist efficiency.

Requirements

Requires 8+ years of experience writing Houdini pipeline code in Python and a strong understanding of OOP patterns. Experience with OpenUSD, Solaris, and PDG/TOPs is highly preferred.

Skills

Houdini
Python
USD
Solaris
OpenUSD
PDG
TOPs
Git
Unit Testing
Object-Oriented Programming
Pipeline Development
Technical Documentation

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Houdini
Python
USD
Solaris
OpenUSD
PDG
TOPs
Git
Unit Testing
Object-Oriented Programming
VFX
Pipeline Engineering
Lookdev
Lighting
CFX
FX
Virtual Production
Software Engineering
Technical Briefs
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