Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Department: Research & Development

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: US-North Carolina-Raleigh

Reporting To: Simone Rossi

Join us in transforming digital orthodontics for over 212,000 doctors and 12.2 million patients worldwide. As a Software Engineer
, you’ll build advanced tools and frameworks to validate the core algorithms of our next-generation 3D applications, directly impacting the quality of innovative orthodontic devices. In this dynamic research environment, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your expertise in 3D
computational geometry
, test automation with Python
, and large-scale data analysis, while collaborating with leading engineers and cross-functional teams. The level of this position can be tailored to match your experience and career aspirations.

• Develop and validate next-generation virtual orthodontic software, focusing on 3D geometric algorithms and mesh operations.
• Build scalable Python frameworks and tools for automated and manual testing, including analysis and visualization of precision, performance, and failures.
• Collaborate with core 3D developers and cross-functional teams to define geometric behavior, product requirements, and success criteria.
• Tackle computational geometry, mesh processing, and large-scale data analysis challenges.
• Own the full bug lifecycle, from detection through resolution and reporting.
• Continuously improve automation frameworks and testing methodologies through research, upgrades, and sharing best practices.
• Coordinate releases and process improvements with geographically distributed teams.
• Act as a stakeholder in product definition, contributing from conception to mass scaling.

• BS in mathematics, computer science, engineering, or equivalent degree; a master’s degree is preferred, or equivalent years of experience.
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Strong proficiency in Python or other object-oriented programming language
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in 3D geometry concepts.
• Solid understanding of software testing principles
  , including unit, integration, and regression testing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly learn and systematize complex information.

• Experience with computational geometry libraries.
• Hands-on experience in creating API test frameworks and API-level testing
• Experience in a startup or research team
• Experience with AWS management services and testing Linux applications
• Experience with C++

If provided, base salary or wage rate ranges are the range in which Align reasonably expects to set a candidate’s pay for the posted position. Actual placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members. For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically.

For Field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable incentive compensation plan. A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S.

Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.

General Description of All Benefits

We are pleased to provide a general description of the benefits Align offers to full-time employees in this position.

Family Benefits. Align offers employees and their eligible dependents medical (with a Health Savings Account option for some plan offerings), dental, and vision in accordance with those plans. Align also offers to employees:

• Discounts on Invisalign and Vivera to employees and their eligible dependents after 90 days of employment
• Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
• Family Forming Benefits – Available to Employees, and their spouse or domestic partner, covered under one of Align’s health plans
• Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hinge Health Virtual Physical Therapy – Available to all employees and eligible dependents (age 18+) enrolled in an Align…