Senior Software Developer (Simulation)

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. As one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures and Great Place to Work, we are a performance driven culture that cares deeply about happiness. We like ambitious goals, facts & data, and constructive debates. But at the same time, we know that we can’t repeatedly push ourselves if we are not surrounded by an uplifting and caring work environment. Those two sides of our culture, feed each other and are safeguarded with the same level of attention. Our values & principles include:

• We make our clients successful - we do what’s right for our customers, even when it makes our roles more challenging.
• We execute and deliver - we set ambitious goals for ourselves and are energized about meeting them.
• We debate, then commit - we challenge our own perspectives and ideas in pursuit of the best solutions.
• We innovate to inspire - we value innovation in products, user experiences, and business practices.
• We collaborate to achieve more - we work as one team to achieve more than we would on our own.
• We empower our people to reach their full potential - we hold ourselves to high standards but know when to celebrate progress & achievements

As a Senior Software Developer on our Simulation team, you’ll be a key contributor to the evolution of our browser-based simulation engine. Working as part of an agile team, you’ll help design and implement new 3D simulation features and workflows that empower users to autonomously design, validate, and visualize their machines. Your work will have a high impact on the platform’s capabilities and how we demonstrate our technology to customers.

We’re seeking someone passionate about solving complex technical challenges in a collaborative, fast-paced startup environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust software applications, ensuring high performance and scalability.
• Support and mentor junior members of the team in all aspects of agile software development.
• Apply software design patterns and SOLID principles to create clean, maintainable, and reusable code.
• Work with TypeScript, with additional exposure to Python and C++ where needed.
• Develop and optimize applications using ReactJS for frontend development.
• Analyze and refactor legacy code, improving maintainability and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop simulation and physics-based applications.
• Work with physics engines and renderers when needed.
• Utilize linear algebra and other mathematical techniques when needed.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience with game engines, physics-based simulation, or 3D graphics rendering.
• Experience in modernizing legacy codebases while maintaining system integrity.
• Familiarity with linear algebra and mathematical concepts relevant to physics and simulation.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Knowledge of ROS (Robot Operating System) or other robotics software and its integration into software applications.
• Background in embedded systems or real-time computing is a plus.

How We Take Care of You

• Flexible paid time off and remote work policies.
• Complimentary beverages and snacks so that you are fuelled and ready for your day.
• Global comprehensive health plans so you feel your best.
• Career growth opportunities. Your future matters.
• Fun-filled social events curated based on diverse interests for our team to celebrate together. From sponsored sports teams to trivia nights.
• Time off to volunteer and give back to your community.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Team interview
• Decision & Offer

‍Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Our culture is an uplifting environment for high achievers. The fast-paced, high-performance environment will give you the opportunity to build products, processes and strategies that will have a lasting impact.

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we strive to nurture a supportive and inclusive work environment for all. We push each other to achieve extraordinary results and forge long term relationships as a result of the intensity and passion. 

We’re passionate about helping you do your best work. Claim your seat and find out what you can do!

If you're unsure if your experience perfectly matches our job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are happy to chat and get to know you better while you can understand the role as well.