Senior Software Developer (3D)

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Company Description

Based in Montreal, Detroit, and Munich, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI-powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories across 5 continents and we have the privilege to work with a significant proportion of Fortune 500 manufacturers, from space rockets, to electrical cars, to robotics.

At Vention, you’ll work alongside driven and talented people who care deeply about their craft and the impact they create. We’re a team of high achievers who grow through meaningful work, solving complex challenges, learning fast, and seeing the results of our efforts every day.

We move quickly and aim high, but we do it together with care, collaboration, and respect. Our culture celebrates diverse perspectives and supports your growth through intentional development, strong leadership, and opportunities to make a real difference.

What You’ll Do

• Design and build tools that lower the barrier for users to design machine solutions for their manufacturing floors.
• Take end-to-end ownership of features: write clean code, design testing strategies, deliver under deadlines, and maintain high standards of quality.
• Support and mentor team members, elevating engineering standards and driving excellence in front-end craftsmanship.
• Analyze and refactor legacy code, improving architecture, performance, and maintainability of MachineBuilder's codebase.
• Provide clear APIs and interfaces for other teams (e.g., Simulation, MachineLogic) and support internal product-engineering partnerships.
• Utilize linear algebra and 3D tools to support model manipulation, snapping, selection, layering, and real-time performance.
• Collaborate with Design, Product, and Engineering teams to prioritize new features and drive innovation in user experience.

What You Bring to the Table

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar front-end development role.
• Proficiency in React and TypeScript, with enterprise-level experience.
• A track record of applying engineering and high-performance practices to existing codebases.
• Strong experience writing automated tests and maintaining high standards of code quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to share updates, blockers, and technical vision clearly.
• A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful.
• A user-first mindset with a keen eye for good UX/UI principles, honed by years of working with user-facing products.
• A humble attitude with a willingness to receive feedback, as you are not afraid of not being the expert in the room.

Nice to have

• Experience working with backend.
• Knowledge of linear algebra.
• Experience with 3D technologies (Three.js, WebGL).
• Experience with GraphQL and CAD tools.

What We Offer

• Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program
• Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, building high-performing teams, and constructive feedback
• Diversity and inclusion: Salary equity reviews, inclusive policies, and women's resource group offering mentorship, networking, and quarterly learning sessions
• Hybrid work: Enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid model allowing you to work from home some days
• Community engagement: Two paid days of volunteering per year to give back to causes you care about
• Team events: Year-round activities including the annual kickoff, employee summit, quarterly 5-to-7s, and departmental events
• Comprehensive benefits: Full suite of group benefits for you and your family, starting on your first day
• Parental support: Financial support and resources to help employees transition to parenthood

Interview Process

• Initial call
• Team meeting
• Case study or home exercise
• Decision and offer

We are committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you need accommodations, please let us know — we will ensure you have everything you need to succeed.

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