R&D Engineer II

ANSYS, Inc.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented software engineer to enhance its cutting-edge electromagnetic simulation products. This role offers the opportunity to work on 3D and 2D visualization and post-processing components, contributing to innovative solutions that drive human advancement. With a collaborative team environment, you will engage in software development activities, employing best practices to create impactful user experiences. Whether you prefer working in the vibrant Vancouver office or remotely from anywhere in Canada, this position promises to be both challenging and rewarding. Join a company committed to innovation and excellence, where your contributions will shape the future of technology.

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Learning and Development Programs

Employee Networks

Health Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science or engineering required.
• Significant software development experience using C++ or related language.

Responsibilities

• Develop GUI, 3D and 2D visualization components.
• Investigate QA problems and develop solutions.

Skills

C++

3D Graphics

OpenGL

Software Design

User Experience

Debugging

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Windows

Linux

WPF

Job description

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Date: May 6, 2025

Company: Ansys

Requisition #:16719

Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement

When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between design and reality with Ansys simulation. For more than 50 years, Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation. From sustainable transportation to advanced semiconductors, from satellite systems to life-saving medical devices, the next great leaps in human advancement will be powered by Ansys.

Innovate With Ansys, Power Your Career.

Summary / Role Purpose

ANSYS is seeking a software engineer to enhance the graphics and post processing features in its industry-leading electromagnetic simulation products. The successful candidate will perform design, development and maintenance of 3D and 2D visualization and post processing components for various desktop applications in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

This job can either be based out of our Vancouver office, or fully remote from anywhere in Canada.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform software development activities in areas including GUI, 3D and 2D visualization, post processing, software design and user experience.
• Employ best software practices.
• Investigate problems discovered by QA or product support and develop solutions. Perform bug verification and release testing.
• Understand the requirements for a product, including target environment, performance criteria, and competitive issues.

Minimum Education Requirements and Experience

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field, or a Bachelor’s degree with two years of professional experience.
• Significant software development experience using C++ or related language.
• Strong computer science fundamentals

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Experience working for interactive 3D application. Knowledge of 3D graphics pipeline and OpenGL is desired.
• Experience developing and debugging code on Windows and/or Linux.
• Knowledge of WPF or equivalent GUI technology is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with the entire development process, including specification, documentation, quality assurance, and use of software engineering tools.
• Strong technical knowledge in software development methodologies with experience in project planning and implementation. Ability to complete high quality work on schedule.
• Familiarity with electronic simulation and tools is a plus. Experience working for CAD/EDA/CAE companies is a strong plus.
• Good communications and interpersonal skills.

At Ansys, we know that changing the world takes vision, skill, and each other. We fuel new ideas, build relationships, and help each other realize our greatest potential. We are ONE Ansys. We operate on three key components: our commitments to stakeholders, our values that guide how we work together, and our actions to deliver results. As ONE Ansys, we are powering innovation that drives human advancement

Our Commitments:

• Amaze with innovative products and solutions
• Make our customers incredibly successful
• Act with integrity
• Ensure employees thrive and shareholders prosper

Our Values:

• Adaptability: Be open, welcome what’s next
• Authenticity: Be you, make us stronger

Our Actions:

• We commit to audacious goals
• We work seamlessly as a team

VALUES IN ACTION

Ansys is committed to powering the people who power human advancement. We believe in creating and nurturing a workplace that supports and welcomes people of all backgrounds; encouraging them to bring their talents and experience to a workplace where they are valued and can thrive.

Our culture is grounded in our four core values of adaptability, courage, generosity, and authenticity. Through our behaviors and actions, these values foster higher team performance and greater innovation for our customers.

We’re proud to offer programs, available to all employees, to further impact innovation and business outcomes, such as employee networks and learning communities that inform solutions for our globally minded customer base.

WELCOME WHAT’S NEXT IN YOUR CAREER AT ANSYS

At Ansys, you will find yourself among the sharpest minds and most visionary leaders across the globe. Collectively, we strive to change the world with innovative technology and transformational solutions. With a prestigious reputation in working with well-known, world-class companies, standards at Ansys are high — met by those willing to rise to the occasion and meet those challenges head on. Our team is passionate about pushing the limits of world-class simulation technology, empowering our customers to turn their design concepts into successful, innovative products faster and at a lower cost. Ready to feel inspired? Check out some of our recent customer stories, here and here .

At Ansys, it’s about the learning, the discovery, and the collaboration. It’s about the “what’s next” as much as the “mission accomplished.” And it’s about the melding of disciplined intellect with strategic direction and results that have, can, and do impact real people in real ways. All this is forged within a working environment built on respect, autonomy, and ethics.

CREATING A PLACE WE’RE PROUD TO BE
Ansys is an S&P 500 company and a member of the NASDAQ-100. We are proud to have been recognized for the following more recent awards, although our list goes on: Newsweek’s Most Loved Workplace globally and in the U.S., Gold Stevie Award Winner, America’s Most Responsible Companies, Fast Company World Changing Ideas, Great Place to Work Certified (China, Greece, France, India, Japan, Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, and U.K.).

For more information, please visit us at www.ansys.com

Ansys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Ansys does not acceptunsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicited referral will become the property of Ansys. Upon hire, no fee will be owed to the agency, person, or entity.

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