R&D Engineer II (Thermal C++ Developer)

ANSYS, Inc.; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an R&D Engineer II, where you will contribute to the development of cutting-edge thermal simulation software. Collaborate with a team of experts to transform and integrate software into the Python ecosystem, ensuring high-quality performance and customer satisfaction. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and teamwork, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you to power your career forward.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Computer Science required.
• Experience with software design and development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software modules for thermal simulation.
• Perform bug verification and release testing for assigned products.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Numerical Analysis

Object-Oriented Design

Data Structures and Algorithms

Education

BS in Engineering

BS in Computer Science

Job description

R&D Engineer II (Thermal C++ Developer)

Location: Waterloo, ON, CA, N2J4G8

Company: Ansys

Requisition #:15714

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
The R&D Engineer contributes to the development of software products and supporting systems. In this role, the R&D Engineer will collaborate with a team of expert professionals to understand customer requirements and accomplish development objectives for our thermal simulation software. This includes the transformation and componentization of existing software, and integration of products into the Python ecosystem.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs moderately complex development activities, including the design, implementation, maintenance, testing and documentation of software modules and sub-systems.
• Understands and employs best practices.
• Performs moderately complex bug verification, release testing and beta support for assigned products. Researches problems discovered by QA or product support and develops solutions. Understands the marketing requirements for a product, including target environment, performance criteria and competitive issues.
• Works under the close supervision of a development manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience with software design and development methodologies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical knowledge and experience with any of the following: C, C++, Python, numerical analysis, object-oriented design, data structures and algorithms.
• Experience in a large-scale commercial software development environment.
• Experience with cloud computing.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and to collaborate with others in a geographically distributed team.

INCLUSION IS AT OUR CORE
We believe diverse thinking leads to better outcomes. We are committed to creating and nurturing a workplace that fuels this by welcoming people, no matter their background, identity, or experience, to a workplace where they are valued and where diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging thrive.

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.

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 (Belgium, 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.