R&D Engineer II

SUMMARY

The R&D Engineer II 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 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 moderately 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 2 years’ experience or MS.
• Working experience with AI/ML algorithms and toolkits.
• Basic 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, TensorFlow, 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.