Senior Software Developer (Simulation)

Company Description

Vention helps some of the most innovative manufacturing companies automate their production floor in just a few days. Vention's online-first manufacturing automation platform (MAP) enables its clients to design, automate, order, and deploy manufacturing equipment directly from their web browser.

Vention is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Berlin and Boston, and is used in over 3,000 factories on 5 continents. In May 2022, with 300 employees (and growing), Vention announced the closing of US$95M in Series C financing, which will be used to grow Vention's go-to-market strategy, expand the company's global distribution footprint, and accelerate the development of its hardware and software platform.

Vention is seeking a skilled 3D Simulation Developer who is passionate about developing digital twin experiences for real-world robotics applications. This is an exciting opportunity to redefine simulation for Vention’s browser-first platform for machine design.

This position will require you to build expertise in the simulation components of Vention’s web-first technology stack. As a member of an agile scrum team, you will refine Vention’s simulation engine by improving its accuracy and capabilities. You will accomplish your goals with the support of a close team and be a part of a network filled with talented developers.

We are looking for someone with a passion for working on complex projects for a high-growth startup, both individually and in a team. The work you will contribute will have a high impact: You will empower our users to become more autonomous when designing and validating their machines, and you will significantly impact how we showcase our platform and technology.

Role & Responsibilities

• Participate in agile activities such as sprint planning, backlog refinement, and code reviews
• Accelerate the process of modelling and introducing new, simulatable parts into the platform
• Design, document, and implement new 3D simulation tools and workflows
• Use your knowledge of mathematics & algorithms to develop and enhance Vention’s browser-based simulation engine
• Drive continuous improvement for the development & testing practices of the simulation systems
• Support and mentor junior members of the team in all aspects of agile software development
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including the team lead, product manager, UX/UI designer, senior executives, and QA

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ROS is an asset but not required
• Strong linear algebra with good exposure to computer graphics
• At least 3 years of software development experience
• Experience developing software for robotic applications is an asset but not required
• Experience with Javascript (Python and C++ are also an asset)
• Experience with developing simulation solutions or working with simulation engines
• University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics
• Experience with computational geometry and numerical methods
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with high energy and enthusiasm

Additional Information

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging, continuously striving to do what’s good for our people and communities.