MINIMUM EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE

• BS in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or other natural science disciplines with 2 years’ experience or MS
• Working experience with technical software development proven by academic, research, or industry projects.
• Working proficiency in English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Experience with Java, web development, object-oriented modeling and design, software configuration management, scripting languages, data structures and algorithms
• Knowledge of Eclipse as a development platform, Eclipse Modeling Framework (EMF)
• JavaScript/TypeScript, frameworks such as Angular, React, Spring
• Micro-services technologies, Docker, Kubernetes
• Knowledge of Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) or system safety analysis methods and algorithms is a plus
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn quickly and to collaborate with others in a geographically distributed and international team using English as its primary language

SUMMARY / ROLE PURPOSE

The R&D Engineer II (m/f/d) contributes to the development of software products and supporting systems. In this role, the R&D Engineer II will collaborate with a team of expert professionals to understand customer requirements and accomplish development objectives.
The R&D Engineer II will contribute to the development of a new web-based, collaborative systems engineering solution extending Ansys’ medini, Digital Safety Manager and System Architect Modeler product lines. This work will be based on an innovative modeling framework, modern web technologies, micro-services and integrations with Ansys’ core products. The R&D Engineer II will contribute to the planning, research, design, and development of new features. The solution will be used by Ansys customers to design next generation systems in the most innovative industries (Automotive, A&D, semi-conductors and others).

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs moderately complex development activities, including the design, implementation, maintenance, testing and documentation of software modules and sub-systems
• Understands and employs best practices
• Performs moderately complex bug verification, release testing and beta support for assigned products. Researches problems discovered by QA or product support and develops solutions
• Understands the marketing requirements for a product, including target environment, performance criteria and competitive issues
• Works under the general supervision of a development manager