Senior C++ Optimization Engineer - Hybrid (Chicago)

Apex Systems; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 98,000; Part time

Job summary

Everforth Apex in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Optimization Developer to design and implement high-performing, large-scale C++ applications and optimization models in a hybrid environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into effective optimization solutions using tools like CPLEX, GUROBI, LINDO, and Xpress.

The role requires 4+ years in applied operations research, strong C++ skills, and experience with Python or Julia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Mathematics, or related field.
• 4+ years of professional work experience in applied operations research, including decision analysis, optimization, simulation, statistics, and stochastic modeling.
• Strong experience with C++ and proficiency with commercial optimization software (CPLEX/GUROBI/LINDO/Xpress).
• Experience with Python and/or Julia; familiarity with Linux environments and Unix shell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performing, large-scale C++ applications and optimization models.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to translate requirements into optimization solutions.
• Utilize optimization software (e.g., IBM ILOG CPLEX) to build and solve complex models.
• Follow software engineering best practices, including version control, packaging, and release management.

Skills

C++

Optimization

Linux

Unix shell scripting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

IBM ILOG CPLEX

GUROBI

LINDO

Xpress

Python

Julia

Job description

Everforth Apex in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Optimization Developer to design and implement high-performing, large-scale C++ applications and optimization models in a hybrid environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into effective optimization solutions using tools like CPLEX, GUROBI, LINDO, and Xpress.

The role requires 4+ years in applied operations research, strong C++ skills, and experience with Python or Julia.