Overview
Senior R&D Engineer Jobs in Waterloo – Ontario at Ansys
Title: Senior R&D Engineer
Company: Ansys
Location: Waterloo – Ontario
Category: Engineering, IT/Tech
Requisition
#: 14017 When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between design and reality with Ansys simulation. For more than 50 years, Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation. From sustainable transportation to advanced semiconductors, from satellite systems to
life-saving
medical devices, the next great leaps in human
advancement
will be powered by Ansys.
Take a leap of certainty with Ansys.
SUMMARY The Senior R&D Engineer contributes to the development of software products and supporting systems. In this role, the Senior R&D Engineer will collaborate with a team of expert professionals on research and development of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) capabilities in Ansys optics and photonics software products.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs research and development on AI/ML algorithms applied to optics and photonics applications including prototype and production code development. Performs complex development activities, including the design, implementation, maintenance, testing and documentation of software modules and sub-systems. Understands and employs best practices. Performs bug verification, release testing and beta support for assigned products. Researches problems discovered by QA or product support and develops solutions.
Works under the general supervision of a development manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS BS in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 5 years’ experience or MS with 3 years’ experience or a PhD or equivalent.
Working experience
with AI/ML algorithms and toolkits. Advanced knowledge of optics and/or photonics.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated success in applying AI/ML concepts in engineering or simulation calculations. Working knowledge of one or more AI/ML toolkits such as PyTorch, Tensor Flow, Keras, JAX, etc. Programming skills in Python or C++. Excellent
communication
and interpersonal skills.
Ability to
learn quickly and to collaborate with others in a geographically distributed team.
At Ansys, we know that changing the world takes vision, skill, and each other. We fuel new ideas, build relationships, and help each other realize our greatest potential in the knowledge that every day is an opportunity to observe, teach, inspire, and be inspired. Together as One Ansys, we are powering
innovation
that drives human
advancement
.
Our Commitments: Amaze with
innovative
products and solutions Make our customers incredibly successful Act with integrity Ensure employees thrive and shareholders prosper Our Values:
Adaptability
:
Be open, welcome what’s next Courage:
Be courageous, move forward passionately Generosity:
Be generous, share, listen, serve Authenticity:
Be you, make us stronger Our Actions: We commit to audacious goals We work seamlessly as a team We demonstrate mastery We deliver outstanding results OUR ONE ANSYS CULTURE HAS
INCLUSION
AT ITS CORE We believe
diverse
thinking leads to better outcomes. We are committed to creating and nurturing a workplace that fuels this by welcoming people, no matter their background, identity, or experience, to a workplace where they are valued and where
diversity
,
inclusion
, equity, and b…
