Job Description

Job Requisition ID #
25WD89482
Position Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer to help build our next-generation cloud-based CAD platform. This role is ideal for someone with strong software engineering experience and a solid understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, linear algebra, and CAD workflows, especially with tools like Autodesk Inventor and/or Fusion 360. Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and Qt is a strong plus.
You'll contribute to the design and development of scalable, collaborative, and high-performance tools that empower engineers and designers to innovate in the cloud.
Responsibilities:Develop Cloud-Based Features: Design and implement robust, scalable software components for 3D modeling, simulation, and collaboration Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver intuitive and powerful CAD tools CAD Integration: Leverage your experience with Inventor and/or Fusion 360 to ensure seamless interoperability and user-centric design Apply Engineering Knowledge: Use your understanding of mechanical engineering and linear algebra to support accurate modeling and simulation Contribute to UI/UX: Develop cross-platform desktop interfaces using Qt and modern frontend technologies Maintain Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews, testing, and continuous integration

Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field 3+ years of professional software development experience Strong C++, Typescript and Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming, Design Patterns, Computer Science fundamental Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern backend architectures Solid understanding of 3D graphics, computational geometry, and linear algebra

Preferred Qualifications:Background in mechanical engineering or experience working with mechanical design teams Hands-on experience with Autodesk Inventor and/or Fusion 360, including APIs and data formats Experience with Qt for desktop application development. Familiarity with WebGL/WebGPU and frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Svelte Knowledge of finite element analysis (FEA) concepts and integration with CAD tools Experience with collaborative editing technologies (e.g., CRDTs, OT) Contributions to open-source CAD or simulation projects Experience with Autodesk Forge or similar cloud-based CAD platforms


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