Manager, Software Development - Simulation

As a Software Development - Simulation Manager at Vention…

You’ll lead the Simulation Software team, driving the design and implementation of new 3D simulation features and workflows that empower users to autonomously design, validate, and visualize machines. You will assume responsibility for a high-impact segment of Vention’s product portfolio and shape how our technology is demonstrated and deployed to customers.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a team of 5+ direct reports, mentoring both their technical and interpersonal growth.
• Organize the team’s work using quarterly planning, agile sprint cycles, code reviews, automated testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Partner with Product Managers to define strategic roadmaps and priorities for simulation software.
• Participate in designing user experiences and GUIs for simulation features.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust software applications with high performance and scalability.
• Foster a test-automation culture, elevating standards in unit, integration, and scenario testing.
• Support and mentor junior engineers in all aspects of agile software development.
• Apply software design patterns (SOLID principles) and best practices to create clean, reusable code.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop simulation and physics-based applications, including working with physics engines and renderers.
• Apply mathematical concepts (including linear algebra) when needed to support simulation development.

What You Bring to the Table

We’re looking for skills, intellect, and experiences that will help you succeed in this role but we also know that various profiles (not only the one described below) could be successful. If you’re excited about what you read and think you’d be a great fit, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every single qualification.

You’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of software development experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Experience with game engines, physics-based simulation, or 3-D graphics rendering.
• Experience in modernizing legacy codebases while maintaining system integrity.
• A background in automated testing in a development context.
• A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful

Nice to have:

• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) or other robotics software integration.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodology.
• Background in embedded systems or real-time computing.

What We Offer

• Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program
• Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback
• Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women’s Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
• Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
• Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
• Central location: Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
• Team events: All year round employee events including annual kick-off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
• Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that start day one.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Case or take-home interview
• Decision & Offer

We’re committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we’ll ensure you have what you need to succeed.

Professional Growth & Development

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