Job Description

Position: Information Technology Architect

Groove Jones, a creative technology company that produces next-generation experiences for world-class brands, specializing in Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Interactive Entertainment technologies, is seeking a Senior IT Architect to lead the integration, deployment, support, and maintenance of computer systems for our designers, artists, and developers. The Senior IT Architect will work closely with company leadership, the Head of Production, and producers to ensure that IT needs are met for specific projects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day technical support for artists and developers
• Support version control software application
• Configure and maintain computer hardware, network equipment, operating systems, and applications
• Maintain computer system security
• Install software updates and patches
• Assist in on-boarding and off-boarding of employees and contractors
• Oversee Windows & macOS workstation deployment and administration
• Manage user accounts and software licenses
• Build and optimize render and compute infrastructure
• Assist in data backup and restoration

Qualifications:

• Strong interest and experience in systems administration
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience installing and supporting Digital Content Creation tools commonly used in M&E like Maya, Blender, Houdini, Cinema 4D, Nuke, Adobe CC, Octane
• Experience installing and supporting post-production tools such as DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, Avid Pro Tools
• Experience using and/or supporting version control software like GIT and SVN
• Knowledge of license server software such as RLM, flexLM
• Experience supporting render farms and render management systems like Thinkbox Deadline
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or IBM Cloud
• Experience with Mac and Windows deployment and integration
• Experience with Windows and Linux servers
• Storage administration experience
• Bash, Python, and/or PowerShell scripting experience
• Basic understanding and practical experience implementing computer security best practices
• General understanding of structured cabling systems
• Experience with network troubleshooting
• Knowledge of networking including VLANs, routing, and VPNs
• General understanding of post-production workflow, from set to delivery
• Good understanding of intermediate and delivery AV file formats, framerates, containers, and codecs
• Familiarity with hardware devices and interfaces for editing workstations (broadcast monitors and TVs, I/O boxes, audio mixers, microphones, speakers)
• Ability to work with both technical and non-technical users
• Willing to be flexible in schedule to resolve mission-critical time-sensitive issues when they arise
• Occasional heavy lifting up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in film or commercial post-production, VFX, or game development
• Experience using and/or supporting game engines like Unity 3D and Unreal Engine

As a Senior IT Architect at Groove Jones, you will be responsible for ensuring that our artists, designers, and developers have the tools they need to create world-class interactive experiences. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and to collaborate with a team of talented professionals who are passionate about their work. If you have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a desire to lead and mentor a team, we encourage you to apply.

We offer competitive wages, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401K package, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and other optional employee benefits.

Resumes should be sent to careers@groovejones.com

About Groove Jones

Groove Jones is an award-winning creative technology company that provides software solutions to advertising, entertainment, marketing, health, and training companies to engage with their audiences. It has a client list of numerous Fortune 500 companies like Amazon, AT&T, Comcast, FX Networks, HP, IBM, Intel, Mastercard, McDonald’s, Nestle, Samsung, and Under Armour.

We are artists, musicians, thinkers, creators, tinkerers, technologists, gamers, strategists, innovators, rebels, developers and most of all, digital fanboys (and fangirls) with a common interest: consistently delivering amazing, effective work for amazing clients. We love what we do.

For more information visit – www.groovejones.com