Senior 3D Technical Director / Pipeline Engineer

About the role

Monks is seeking a seasoned 3D Technical Director / Pipeline Engineer to lead the development and optimisation of CGI pipelines for high‑end animation projects. You will collaborate with art and production teams across Buenos Aires and other global offices, ensuring technical solutions meet artistic goals within time and budget constraints.

Key responsibilities

• Define and maintain end‑to‑end 3D pipelines, adapting them for short‑term projects and long‑term setups.
• Work closely with directors, 3D leads and artists to troubleshoot technical issues and implement workflow improvements.
• Scope project timelines, assess feasibility of tasks, and communicate pipeline adjustments throughout pre‑production to final delivery.
• Stay at the forefront of CG innovations, integrating AI automation and new tools into the production process.

Required profile

• Minimum 8 years of senior‑level experience in full‑cycle 3D animation production.
• Proven ability to communicate technical concepts to artistic teams and manage a pipeline‑focused team.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset with a proactive, hands‑on approach.
• Excellent English communication and client‑presentation skills.

Required skills

• Deep expertise in Maya, Arnold, Cinema 4D and Redshift.
• Working knowledge of Substance Painter, 3ds Max, Houdini, After Effects and Nuke.
• Hands‑on experience across modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering and animation.
• Understanding of 2D compositing workflows.