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Develop and integrate AI models into a platform enabling generative AI pipelines for artists. | Requires a CS degree and strong Python skills with experience in local inference tools and generative AI ecosystem. | THE ROLE. The next decade of film, episodic, and game production will be shaped by how well generative AI integrates into the pipelines artists already trust. Foundry's bet — backed by 30 years of building the tools behind every VFX Oscar of the last decade — is that the winners won't be standalone AI apps. They'll be the studios that can compose, control, and reason over a fleet of AI models inside their existing workflows, with the security and traceability production demands. Griptape Nodes is the orchestration layer that makes that possible: a Python-first, node-based platform where artists assemble pipelines spanning image, video, 3D, audio, and text models — running locally or in the cloud, model-agnostic, and stitched into Nuke, Maya, Blender, and beyond. Griptape Studio is what comes next: a context layer that gives agents real production awareness so AI work can finally be coherent across an entire production. As a Software Engineer on this team, you'll work on the surface artists touch most in Griptape Nodes: how they access and use AI models. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you'll be the person who lands new model support on day one, translates technical model behavior into validation and error messages an artist can actually act on, and designs the next-generation interface for open-source and local models, including the deep local-model support that Griptape Studio and other parts of the platform will rely on for chat, agent loops, and more. Our North Star is "Craveability." We build products people crave to use, not have to use. We measure success by how much users enjoy our products, not just tolerate them. Engineering is held to that bar — we keep users in flow, test the way they actually work, and build with the polish that earns trust. The essentials: * Strong Python with the engineering habits to back it up — type hints, tests, packaging, and dependency management aren't optional in your code. You can own a non-trivial feature end-to-end. * A degree in computer science. * Customer empathy and intuition. You can write the validation, error messages, and defaults that translate technical reality into language an artist can act on — without needing to ask an artist what to write. * Working knowledge of the modern model ecosystem — foundation models, diffusion, video and audio generators, model hubs (Hugging Face and friends), and what's involved in running models locally vs. through a hosted API. * Hands-on experience with local inference tooling — Ollama, llama.cpp, vLLM, MLX, transformers, or equivalent. You've actually gotten models running on someone's laptop. * Generative AI fundamentals — diffusion models, LLMs and agents, fine-tuning, MCP, evaluation metrics, prompt engineering. Enough to debug a workflow when it goes sideways. * A track record of using AI tools (Claude, Cursor, Copilot, agent frameworks) to genuinely accelerate your work, not as a novelty. * Strong written communication — clear design docs, useful PR descriptions, code comments that future-you will thank past-you for. * Comfort working across Windows, Linux, and macOS. Nice to have, keen to learn: * Experience shipping AI/ML integrations inside a product environment. * Familiarity with media and entertainment workflows and formats — OpenEXR, USD, ACES, OpenColorIO, common containers and codecs. * Open-source contributions to ML or AI tooling. * Working knowledge of model quantization, LoRA fine-tuning, or production model evaluation. * Background in node-based, dataflow, or visual programming environments. * Experience integrating with DCC tools (Nuke, Maya, Houdini, Blender). * Ship model support on day one. When a major new foundation model, video generator, voice model, or open-weight checkpoint drops, artists should be able to try it in Griptape Nodes immediately. You build the node and library that makes that real. * Translate model behavior into artist language. When a model fails, the system knows what went wrong; the artist usually doesn't. Your job is closing that gap — turning "403: proxy model failed with [800 lines of garbage]" into "Your reference image needs to be at least 1024px wide and 32-bit; yours is 859px and 24-bit." Client-side validation, crisp error messages, sensible defaults, predictable behavior — the craft that turns "technically functional" into "actually pleasant." * Design the next-gen interface for open-source and local models. Architect how Griptape Nodes treats self-hosted and on-device models — and build the deep local-model support that lets customers run chat, agent loops, and more entirely locally, including the substrate Griptape Studio and other parts of the platform will lean on. * Stay responsive to two signal streams. New models drop nearly every week. Artist feedback never stops. Build the muscle and the systems to turn both into shipped improvements quickly. * Make AI part of how we build. Use Claude, Cursor, Griptape Nodes itself, and whatever else clears the path. We expect engineers here to ship faster and reason deeper because of AI, not in spite of it. * Hold the quality bar. Design, implement, test, and document features for the way studios actually work. Review code thoughtfully, estimate honestly, and partner with Customer Support when issues surface from the field. * Health Savings Account & 401K Plan * Medical, Dental and Vision plans * Bonus scheme * Anniversary day off * Passion Days * Annual personal learning & development time

Lead and modernize a global B2B editorial operation by developing strategy, managing teams, leveraging AI and data, growing audience engagement, and collaborating cross-functionally. | 10+ years editorial leadership in B2B tech or media, experience managing global teams, fluency in digital publishing and AI tools, strong editorial judgment, and collaborative leadership. | Who We Are Foundry has been the trusted editorial voice for enterprise IT decision-makers for over 60 years. With a global audience of CIOs, CTOs, and tech leaders, our journalism has helped shape the way technology is evaluated, implemented, and understood across the world. But the enterprise world is changing fast—and so are we. We're on a mission to redefine what B2B content means in the modern era—not just reporting on technology, but leading the conversation through powerful storytelling, smart data, emerging formats, and authentic connection. We believe great editorial doesn't just inform—it influences action, builds community, and creates long-term value. We’re looking for a visionary, digitally native Editorial Director to lead that transformation. The Opportunity This is not a maintenance role. It's a modernization mandate. As Editorial Director, you'll shape and lead a global editorial operation—building on our rich history while driving innovation in voice, format, platforms, and performance. You'll manage a high-performing international team, lead with data and creativity, and be empowered to test, iterate, and build new content experiences across every stage of the enterprise buyer journey. From integrating AI tools into workflows to growing influential editorial voices, your mission is to turn content into one of our most strategic assets, serving both audience needs and commercial growth. What You’ll Do Lead Strategy & Editorial Vision • Own and evolve the global B2B editorial strategy across digital platforms (online, newsletters, social, community, events, and emerging channels). • Develop content themes, tones, and approaches that differentiate Foundry in a crowded market—delivering clear, opinionated, actionable content. • Blend traditional journalism values with modern engagement tactics to serve the needs of today’s enterprise IT buyer. Modernize Operations • Leverage data intelligence, AI tools, and engagement modeling to streamline editorial processes and boost performance. • Foster a test-and-learn culture across the editorial team, where experimentation is encouraged and informed by real-time insights. • Optimize content creation and distribution across geographies, languages, and buyer stages. Grow & Engage the Audience • Partner with Audience Development, Product, and Marketing teams to grow reach, engagement, and conversion across all channels. • Shape content strategies that support the full funnel—from awareness to decision—using intent data, SEO, and behavioral insights. • Innovate with new content types, formats, and delivery mechanisms to meet audiences where they are. Develop Talent & Editorial Voices • Hire, mentor, and develop a diverse and globally distributed editorial team. • Nurture individual editorial voices who can build influence, trust, and engagement within their domains. • Create a culture of creative freedom, accountability, and journalistic excellence. Collaborate Cross-Functionally • Work seamlessly with events, data operations, sales, marketing services, and demand gen to align editorial output with company strategy. • Support commercial and client teams with insights, custom content strategy, and editorial expertise. • Maintain a healthy balance between editorial integrity and business collaboration. Be a Thought Leader • Represent Foundry’s editorial brand publicly—on stage, on panels, and across digital channels. • Provide commentary and insight on enterprise technology trends, content strategy, and the evolution of B2B publishing. What You Bring • 10+ years in editorial leadership, ideally in B2B tech, media, or adjacent industries. • Proven track record of leading high-impact, globally distributed content teams. • Fluency in digital publishing, content strategy, analytics, and platform engagement. • Familiarity with AI tools in content workflows (e.g., generative AI, tagging, summarization). • Strong editorial judgment and a passion for innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement. • A deep understanding of enterprise IT buyers—their needs, their pain points, and their behaviors. • Collaborative leadership style, with the ability to work across teams and influence at all levels. Why Join Us? • Lead the transformation of a respected global brand into a next-generation content powerhouse. • Collaborate with smart, passionate people across editorial, data, product, and marketing. • Work at the intersection of journalism, technology, and B2B innovation. • Be empowered to build, experiment, and make your mark on the future of enterprise media. Foundry is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Foundry includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This accounts for the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range is $160,000 per year to $200,000 per year.