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Tools Programmer jobs are open across game development, simulation, film and VFX, and defense, from junior to senior and lead, with specializations in pipeline tooling, editor extensions, and build system engineering. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Support planning, execution, testing, and validation of the migration from Jira Data Center to Jira Cloud
- Assess and rationalize existing projects, workflows, schemes, custom fields, and apps ahead of cutover
- Run test migrations, validate data integrity, and troubleshoot gaps between Data Center and Cloud behavior
- Drive post-migration stabilization, including user adoption issues, permission fixes, and automation rework
- Work directly with Atlassian representatives, support teams, and implementation partners to resolve blockers
- Configure and maintain Jira projects, workflows, issue types, custom fields, permissions, automation, and reporting
- Set up and configure Jira Align for portfolio, program, and team-level planning
- Establish and validate integration and data sync between Jira Cloud, Jira Align, Confluence, and ServiceNow
- Align Jira configuration with agency governance, reporting requirements, and Product Team needs
- Build Power BI dashboards for Agile delivery metrics, portfolio progress, capacity, and executive visibility, pulling from Jira, SharePoint, and Excel
- Design and maintain Power Apps that replace manual agency processes, integrated with SharePoint and Teams
- Build and maintain agency SharePoint sites for governance, training, and knowledge sharing
- Document configurations, integrations, and support procedures
- Deliver knowledge transfer and SME guidance to agency staff and Product Teams
- Migration assessment and rationalization of projects, workflows, schemes, custom fields, and apps
- Test migration results, data integrity validation, and cutover support
- Post-migration stabilization fixes and reworked automation
- Configured Jira Cloud and Jira Align environments with validated integrations to Confluence and ServiceNow
- Power BI dashboards, Power Apps, and agency SharePoint sites
- Configuration, integration, and support documentation, plus knowledge transfer materials
- 5+ years implementing, configuring, or supporting enterprise Agile tools
- Strong hands-on Jira Cloud administration: workflows, permission schemes, automation, custom fields, and reporting
- Demonstrated experience on at least one Jira Data Center or Server to Cloud migration, ideally through testing and stabilization
- Experience implementing or administering Jira Align, including its integration with Jira
- A track record working with Atlassian support, technical teams, or implementation partners
- Experience building Power BI dashboards and reports
- Hands-on experience building and maintaining Power Apps
- Experience building internal websites, portals, or SharePoint sites
- Working knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and scaled Agile practices
- Strong troubleshooting and communication skills, comfortable with both technical and business stakeholders
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
- Atlassian certifications in Jira administration or Jira Align
- Atlassian support experience in a large enterprise or federal environment
- ServiceNow integrations, REST APIs, and webhooks
- Confluence, SharePoint Online, Power Automate, and the wider Power Platform
- Power BI data modeling and DAX against enterprise data sources
- Experience supporting an enterprise Agile transformation
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Support planning, execution, testing, and validation of the migration from Jira Data Center to Jira Cloud
- Assess and rationalize existing projects, workflows, schemes, custom fields, and apps ahead of cutover
- Run test migrations, validate data integrity, and troubleshoot gaps between Data Center and Cloud behavior
- Drive post-migration stabilization, including user adoption issues, permission fixes, and automation rework
- Work directly with Atlassian representatives, support teams, and implementation partners to resolve blockers
- Configure and maintain Jira projects, workflows, issue types, custom fields, permissions, automation, and reporting
- Set up and configure Jira Align for portfolio, program, and team-level planning
- Establish and validate integration and data sync between Jira Cloud, Jira Align, Confluence, and ServiceNow
- Align Jira configuration with agency governance, reporting requirements, and Product Team needs
- Build Power BI dashboards for Agile delivery metrics, portfolio progress, capacity, and executive visibility, pulling from Jira, SharePoint, and Excel
- Design and maintain Power Apps that replace manual agency processes, integrated with SharePoint and Teams
- Build and maintain agency SharePoint sites for governance, training, and knowledge sharing
- Document configurations, integrations, and support procedures
- Deliver knowledge transfer and SME guidance to agency staff and Product Teams
- Migration assessment and rationalization of projects, workflows, schemes, custom fields, and apps
- Test migration results, data integrity validation, and cutover support
- Post-migration stabilization fixes and reworked automation
- Configured Jira Cloud and Jira Align environments with validated integrations to Confluence and ServiceNow
- Power BI dashboards, Power Apps, and agency SharePoint sites
- Configuration, integration, and support documentation, plus knowledge transfer materials
- 5+ years implementing, configuring, or supporting enterprise Agile tools
- Strong hands-on Jira Cloud administration: workflows, permission schemes, automation, custom fields, and reporting
- Demonstrated experience on at least one Jira Data Center or Server to Cloud migration, ideally through testing and stabilization
- Experience implementing or administering Jira Align, including its integration with Jira
- A track record working with Atlassian support, technical teams, or implementation partners
- Experience building Power BI dashboards and reports
- Hands-on experience building and maintaining Power Apps
- Experience building internal websites, portals, or SharePoint sites
- Working knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and scaled Agile practices
- Strong troubleshooting and communication skills, comfortable with both technical and business stakeholders
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
- Atlassian certifications in Jira administration or Jira Align
- Atlassian support experience in a large enterprise or federal environment
- ServiceNow integrations, REST APIs, and webhooks
- Confluence, SharePoint Online, Power Automate, and the wider Power Platform
- Power BI data modeling and DAX against enterprise data sources
- Experience supporting an enterprise Agile transformation
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Who's Hiring
- Lowe's Home Improvement32
- Apple27
- Bosch18
- Amazon11
- Fives9
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software22
- Manufacturing3
- Education2
- Electronics & Hardware2
- Distribution & Wholesale2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tools programmer jobs.
- Proficiency in Python and C++ for editor and pipeline scripting
- Experience building tools inside Unreal Engine or Unity editor environments
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git or Perforce
- Ability to work closely with artists and engineers to identify workflow bottlenecks
- Understanding of build systems, CI/CD pipelines, and asset management workflows
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Tips for Your Tools Programmer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the engine
Hiring managers scan for the specific engine or DCC tool listed in the job post. Restructure your resume so your most relevant engine experience, whether Unreal, Unity, or Houdini, appears in your first two bullet points under each role.
Show shipped tooling in your portfolio
A portfolio without shipped examples reads as theoretical. Record short videos of your tools running inside an editor, label what problem each tool solved, and link that footage from your resume so reviewers can evaluate impact immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tools programmer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by pipeline specialty, not just title
Job posts rarely say 'tools programmer' and nothing else. Search for terms like 'build engineer,' 'pipeline TD,' or 'editor tooling' alongside the core title so you catch every relevant opening before it fills.
Prepare a whiteboard scripting round
Many tools programmer interviews include a live Python or C# scripting exercise simulating a real pipeline problem. Practice writing a file-batch renaming script or a custom asset importer from scratch without autocomplete before your first phone screen.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Tools programmers often inherit legacy codebases with limited documentation. Before accepting an offer, ask what percentage of the role is greenfield versus maintenance, so you can set realistic expectations and negotiate accordingly.
Tools Programmer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tools programmers?
The companies hiring the most tools programmers right now include Lowe's Home Improvement, Apple, and Bosch, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistent across AAA studios, indie publishers, and simulation companies serving defense and film.
How many tools programmer jobs are remote?
About 70% of tools programmer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements most common in pipeline and build engineering roles that do not require hands-on access to proprietary hardware or on-site rendering infrastructure. Studio-side editor tooling roles tend to remain on-site more often.
How do you become a tools programmer?
Start by getting comfortable with Python and C++ through personal projects that automate repetitive file or asset tasks. Next, build at least one editor plugin or custom tool inside Unreal or Unity and publish it publicly. Contribute to open-source pipeline tools to get code review experience, then apply to junior tools or pipeline roles where you can refine those skills on a production codebase.
Can you get a tools programmer job with little experience?
Yes, studios hire junior tools programmers who can demonstrate a strong portfolio even without professional credits. Build a small but polished tool, such as a batch asset exporter or a custom editor window, document the problem it solved, and share the source code. Applying to smaller studios or middleware companies first is a practical way to build production experience quickly.
What does the tools programmer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen followed by a technical phone interview covering scripting fundamentals and version control. A take-home or live coding exercise simulating a real pipeline problem is common at the next stage. Final rounds typically include a portfolio review where you walk senior engineers through a tool you built, the design decisions you made, and how you handled feedback from artists or teammates.
Where can I find and apply to tools programmer jobs?
You can find and apply to tools programmer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your engine experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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