Advanced Simulation Software Developer

Gruppo SKF; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF in Gothenburg is seeking an Advanced Simulation Software Developer to contribute to Beast, SKF’s most advanced simulation platform used for bearing performance analysis and prediction. You will join Digital Products Engineering and work with engineering and application teams across the globe.

You should have a PhD or MSc with relevant experience, strong C++ skills, and knowledge of high-performance computing, contact mechanics, tribology, or AI-enabled tooling.

Qualifications

• PhD in mechanical engineering, engineering physics, computer science, mathematics, or similar, or MSc with relevant industry experience.
• Experience in developing simulation technology, engineering software, or scientific computing techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages like C++, paired with sound judgment for writing clear, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Experience with high-performance computing, contact mechanics and tribology, advanced usage or development of commercial engineering software, or application of AI to support engineering software, are especially meritorious.
• Good communication skills and professional fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development and verification of new simulation technology.
• Work within domains such as multibody dynamics, contact mechanics, tribology, finite element methods, co-simulation, high-performance computing, high-fidelity 3D and surface geometry modelling, and advanced postprocessing.
• Collaborate with users and stakeholders to translate needs into technical improvements and effective UI and model building tools.
• Engage with product development and application engineering to ensure we deliver measurable impact on product performance, engineering efficiency, and business decisions.
• Contribute to the exploration and integration of AI to enhance simulation software capabilities and engineering efficiency.
• Contribute to the definition and evolution of simple, efficient, and modern design principles.
• Provide advanced technical support in complex customer cases.

Skills

C++

High-performance computing

English

Tribology

Education

PhD in mechanical engineering or related

MSc with relevant industry experience

Tools

Beast (SKF tool)

Job description

Requisition ID: 24882

Job Category: Engineering & Technology

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Gothenburg, SE

Do you want to be part of an ambitious and collaborative team, building world‑class simulation technology used in real industrial applications?

Then you may be our next…

Advanced Simulation Software Developer

Digital Products Engineering is responsible for SKF’s portfolio of engineering and simulation software. We work closely with product development, research, application engineering, and customers worldwide to push the boundaries of bearing simulation.

In our Gothenburg‑based team, you will contribute to the development of Beast (BEAring Simulation Tool) — SKF’s most advanced simulation platform, used for analysis and prediction of bearing application performance.

Key responsibilities

• Drive the development and verification of new simulation technology
• Work within domains such as multibody dynamics, contact mechanics, tribology, finite element methods, co‑simulation, high‑performance computing, high‑fidelity 3D and surface geometry modelling, and advanced postprocessing
• Collaborate with users and stakeholders to translate needs into technical improvements and effective UI and model building tools
• Engage with product development and application engineering to ensure we deliver measurable impact on product performance, engineering efficiency, and business decisions
• Contribute to the exploration and integration of AI to enhance simulation software capabilities and engineering efficiency
• Contribute to the definition and evolution of simple, efficient, and modern design principles
• Provide advanced technical support in complex customer cases

Requirements

• PhD in mechanical engineering, engineering physics, computer science, mathematics, or similar, or MSc with relevant industry experience
• Experience in developing simulation technology, engineering software, or scientific computing techniques
• Proficiency in programming languages like C++, paired with sound judgment for writing clear, maintainable, and efficient code
• Experience with high‑performance computing, contact mechanics and tribology, advanced usage or development of commercial engineering software, or application of AI to support engineering software, are especially meritorious
• Good communication skills and professional fluency in English

You will enjoy working here if you:

• are motivated by developing advanced simulation technology that helps engineers solve complex, real‑world engineering problems
• enjoy working at the intersection of physics and software development
• thrive in a collaborative, engaged, knowledge‑sharing environment
• value simplicity, clarity, and high engineering standards
• are motivated by seeing your work create real impact across engineering and product development

Our offer

• The chosen candidate will work within an international team developing one of the world’s leading bearing simulation platforms, used across SKF in product development and engineering.
• This role offers a unique combination of advanced physics, high‑performance computing, and real industrial impact, where your work directly influences engineering decisions and product performance.
• We offer competitive employment conditions and support your professional development within SKF.

Whatyou’ll love about SKF…

A culture of diversity and inclusion! SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself #weareSKF

Fair and transparent compensation

We provide transparent salary information in line with local legislation to eligible candidates and base our decisions on objective and gender‑neutral criteria, such as professional experience, technical skills, to ensure fairness and consistency throughout the recruitment process.

Some additional information

This position will be based in Gothenburg, Sweden.

You will report to the Manager Beast Development, who is located in Gothenburg, Sweden.

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.