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Lead Software Engineer - Full-Stack with Front-End Focus (Remote)

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Ansys

Lead Software Engineer - Full-Stack with Front-End Focus (Remote)

Washington, DC / Remote

Requisition #: 15213

Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement

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.

Innovate With Ansys, Power Your Career.

SUMMARY

ANSYS Government Initiatives Inc. is seeking a passionate UI/UX Developer to join our Programs and Solutions team. The team's primary emphasis lies in crafting software tools integrating and automating Ansys' commercial simulation software tools to meet specific customer requirements for design, engineering, and operations in the aerospace and defense market. As part of this team, you will be primarily responsible for front-end technologies, contributing to the design, development and deployment of our solutions. You will also have opportunities to contribute to back-end development. You will collaborate closely with our project managers, designers, and other developers to deliver high-quality software solutions that empower engineers, analysts, and operators in extracting maximum insights from their simulations. This role will be in support of ongoing work to provide the United States Space Force with modern space simulation, analysis and operations software.

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This is a full-stack engineer opportunity with a focus on front-end development. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Leads planning, architecture, and development at a project level.
  • Coordinates project design and development activities requiring extensive analysis in areas such as user experience, software design, solution deployment and integration.
  • Acts as a technical reference within a group or project.
  • Develops and employs best practices and maintains them through technical reviews and mentoring.
  • Performs complex bug verification, release testing and beta support across multiple projects.
  • May work with strategic customers or partners to assess needs and develop solutions.
  • Operates without direct supervision and may function as a team leader, project manager, or software architect.
  • May be responsible for line management of a small technical team but primary duties are of an individual technical nature.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 8 years' experience, MS with 6 years' experience, or PhD with 4 years' experience
  • Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Typescript and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g. React, Angular)
  • Experience with web 3D technologies (e.g. WebGL, Three.js, Cesium JS)
  • Familiarity with the W3C Web Components specifications and best practices for building interoperable and reusable components.
  • Proven track record of crafting robust and efficient code.
  • Experience with version control systems and Agile development methodologies.
  • DoD TS/SCI Clearances (or the ability and willingness to obtain them)

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

  • Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Proficiency with C++, C#, Java, SQL, Python, Node.js.
  • Experience with cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure)
  • Experience leading projects and delivering high-quality products in a U.S Government or defense contractor environment.
  • Experience developing software integrations with mission engineering tools (Ansys STK, AFSIM, etc...) or Ansys software tools.
  • Familiarity with space systems operations
  • Ability to translate business or mission needs into development plans.
  • Ability to overcome obstacles and drive projects to completion.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies, and to mentor junior developers.
  • Active DoD TS/SCI Clearances
  • Ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time

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. We are ONE Ansys. We operate on three key components: the commitments to our stakeholders, the behaviors of how we work together, and the actions of how we deliver results. 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

INCLUSION IS AT OUR 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 belonging thrive.

WELCOME WHAT'S NEXT IN YOUR CAREER AT ANSYS

At Ansys, you will find yourself among the sharpest minds and most visionary leaders across the globe. Collectively we strive to change the world with innovative technology and transformational solutions. With a prestigious reputation in working with well-known, world-class companies, standards at Ansys are high — met by those willing to rise to the occasion and meet those challenges head on. Our team is passionate about pushing the limits of world-class simulation technology, empowering our customers to turn their design concepts into successful, innovative products faster and at a lower cost.

At Ansys, it's about the learning, the discovery, and the collaboration. It's about the "what's next" as much as the "mission accomplished." And it's about the melding of disciplined intellect with strategic direction and results that have, can, and do impact real people in real ways. All this is forged within a working environment built on respect, autonomy, and ethics.

CREATING A PLACE WE'RE PROUD TO BE
Ansys is an S&P 500 company and a member of the NASDAQ-100. We are proud to have been recognized for the following more recent awards, although our list goes on: Newsweek's Most Loved Workplace globally and in the U.S., Gold Stevie Award Winner, America's Most Responsible Companies, Fast Company World Changing Ideas, Great Place to Work Certified (Belgium, China, Greece, France, India, Japan, Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, and U.K.).

For more information, please visit us at www.ansys.com

Ansys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Ansys does not accept unsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicited referral will become the property of Ansys. Upon hire, no fee will be owed to the agency, person, or entity.

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Nearest Major Market: Washington DC

Client-provided location(s): Washington, DC, USA; Colorado Springs, CO, USA; Exton, PA 19341, USA
Job ID: ansys-1217743400
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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