Senior Software Engineer, Computational Geometry

Medium; Chatsworth; On-site; CAD 192,000 - 276,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering robotics firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Computational Geometry. This role is essential for developing advanced geometry and path planning capabilities in a groundbreaking robotic sheet-metal forming platform. Candidates should possess a master's or PhD in relevant fields, with a minimum of five years' experience in computational geometry. Key responsibilities include leading geometry processing, innovating path planning algorithms, and collaborating closely with engineers across disciplines. The position offers a salary range of $140,000 to $200,000, with comprehensive benefits and stock options.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Stock Options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in computational geometry, path planning, or related fields.
• Strong background in linear algebra, trigonometry, differential equations, and algorithm design.
• Experience with CAD file formats (STEP, IGES) and graphics-adjacent work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of robust geometry ingestion and processing systems.
• Design and implement algorithms for path planning of robotic cells.
• Build kinematic models, optimizers to validate paths before execution.

Skills

Computational geometry

Path planning

Python

C++

Linear algebra

Trigonometry

Algorithm design

3D modeling

Education

MS or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics

Tools

Numpy (Python)

Eigen (C++)

Job description

About Machina Labs

At Machina Labs, we’re reshaping manufacturing through advanced robotics and machine learning. Our platform uses the largest 6‑axis robots on the market to form 2D sheets of metal into complex 3D parts, layer‑by‑layer.

Traditional sheet metal production was designed for scale, not flexibility. It relies on costly dies and tooling that make lower volume projects prohibitively slow and expensive. We’re changing that. Whether you’re a startup building a few thousand airframes or an automaker prototyping next‑generation components, Machina Labs gives you the ability to iterate and manufacture at the speed of software.

With support from the venture arms of Toyota, NVIDIA, and Lockheed Martin, we’re accelerating the future of manufacturing, one where factories are flexible, production is on‑demand, and innovation is unconstrained.

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Computational Geometry who will be a cornerstone in developing the geometry and path planning capabilities of our robotic sheet‑metal forming platform. You will bring deep expertise in computational geometry while collaborating closely with robotics, manufacturing, and software engineers to deliver solutions that directly impact our customers in aerospace, defense, automotive, and beyond.

This is not a backroom algorithm role – your work will influence our product roadmap, our customer experience, and the direction of the company.

What You’ll Do:

• Shape our geometry pipeline by leading the development of robust geometry ingestion and processing systems to transform complex CAD files into robot‑ready parts.
• Innovate our path planning through the design and implementation of algorithms that expand the operational envelope of our robotic forming cells.
• Prototype and validate by rapidly testing new approaches while building high‑quality, production‑ready code for proven solutions.
• Bridge disciplines partnering with robotics and manufacturing engineers to troubleshoot, optimize, and validate geometry and path strategies on physical hardware.
• Model and simulate by building kinematic models, optimizers, and analysis tools to validate paths before they hit the robot floor.
• Uphold excellence through ensuring code quality with testing, documentation, and reviews aligned to Machina’s engineering standards.

What You'll Bring:

• MS or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in computational geometry, path planning, or related fields.
• Strong background in linear algebra, trigonometry, differential equations, and algorithm design.
• Proficiency in both Python and C++, with hands‑on use of libraries such as Numpy (Python) or Eigen (C++).
• Proven ability to manipulate meshes, vectors, and transforms in 2D and 3D.
• Experience with CAD file formats (STEP, IGES) and graphics‑adjacent work (GPU acceleration, ray tracing, geometry kernels).
• Familiarity with robotics, kinematics, or physics‑based modeling is a strong plus.
• A track record of solving complex problems in fast‑paced, iterative environments—independently and within teams.
• Excellent communication skills; able to explain technical concepts clearly to both engineers and non‑engineers.

$140,000 - $200,000 a year

In addition to the provided base salary range, this role also offers comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), PTO, and Stock Options

Machina Labs is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with state and federal law.

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