Lead Software Developer - C++ (exton, PA)

Ansys

Franklin Center, PA

Full Time

Senior

6 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Come join a fast-paced software development team, delivering the next generation of modeling and simulation software. We develop commercial-off-the-shelf mission modeling software for the aerospace & defense industries, used from concept design through operations on over 100 space missions, including Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lunar lander. The role involves using advanced technical and problem-solving skills to develop strategic plans, architect solutions, and help the team tackle complex issues to satisfy customer requirements and accomplish development objectives. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

Create and implement innovative software solutions for the STK Platform team to improve existing products and build our next generation of products
Design, build, and maintain clean and reliable code
Participate in planning, architecture, and research at a product level
Employ best practices and help to maintain them through technical reviews and mentoring
Identify bottlenecks and bugs, perform complex bug verification and release testing
Develop solutions and collaborate with the QA team to address issues
Take concepts from initial requirements through design, implementation, test, deployment, and maintenance in a production environment
Work independently without direct supervision and potentially serve as a technical leader and software architect
Act as a technical reference within the team
May be responsible for technical leadership of a small technical team in the future

Requirements

BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 8 years' experience, MS with 6 years' experience, or PhD with 4 years' experience
Demonstrated expertise in object-oriented design, functional programming, algorithms, data structures, and debugging
Significant experience in C++ and either C# or Python development for commercial applications
Experience with software configuration management tools (e.g., Git, Perforce)

Nice to Have

Excellent technical knowledge of C++, C#, Python, API development, and software architecture
Experience developing software in both Windows and Linux environments
Experience delivering high-quality products in a large-scale commercial software development environment
Experience with modeling and simulation software
Solid understanding of unit testing, and familiarity with frameworks (e.g., NUnit)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with desktop and/or web UI development
Proficiency with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)
Ability to work collaboratively in a geographically distributed team

Qualifications

Educational qualifications as specified in requirements (BS/MS/PhD with relevant experience)

Benefits & Perks

Not specified in the description

Working at Ansys

At Ansys, the culture is grounded in core values of adaptability, courage, generosity, and authenticity. The company fosters a workplace that supports and welcomes people of all backgrounds, encouraging talent and experience to thrive. Ansys emphasizes innovation, collaboration, respect, autonomy, and ethics, with programs like employee networks and learning communities to further impact innovation and business outcomes. The environment is built on high standards, continuous learning, and transformational solutions aimed at changing the world through technology.

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