Manager, Software Development

Company Description
Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, 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.

Job Description
As a Software Development - Simulation Manager at Vention…
You'll lead the Simulation Software team, driving the design and implementation of new 3D simulation features and workflows that empower users to autonomously design, validate, and visualize machines. You will assume responsibility for a high-impact segment of Vention's product portfolio and shape how our technology is demonstrated and deployed to customers.

What You'll Do

• Manage a team of 5+ direct reports, mentoring both their technical and interpersonal growth.
• Organize the team's work using quarterly planning, agile sprint cycles, code reviews, automated testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Partner with Product Managers to define strategic roadmaps and priorities for simulation software.
• Participate in designing user experiences and GUIs for simulation features.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust software applications with high performance and scalability.
• Foster a test-automation culture, elevating standards in unit, integration, and scenario testing.
• Support and mentor junior engineers in all aspects of agile software development.
• Apply software design patterns (SOLID principles) and best practices to create clean, reusable code.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop simulation and physics-based applications, including working with physics engines and renderers.
• Apply mathematical concepts (including linear algebra) when needed to support simulation development.

Qualifications
What You Bring to the Table
We're looking for skills, intellect, and experiences that will help you succeed in this role but we also know that various profiles (not only the one described below) could be successful. If you're excited about what you read and think you'd be a great fit, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every single qualification.

You'll bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of software development experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Experience with game engines, physics-based simulation, or 3-D graphics rendering.
• Experience in modernizing legacy codebases while maintaining system integrity.
• A background in automated testing in a development context.
• A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful

Nice to have:

• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System) or other robotics software integration.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodology.
• Background in embedded systems or real-time computing.

Additional Information
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, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback
• Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women's Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
• Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
• Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
• Central location: Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
• Team events: All year round employee events including annual kick-off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
• Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that start day one.

What To Expect In Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Case or take-home interview
• Decision & Offer

We're committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we'll ensure you have what you need to succeed.

Professional Growth & Development
Vention believes strongly in promotion from within. For this reason, we structured a comprehensive professional development program that elevate high-performing individuals who deeply understand the inner workings of Vention. This program encompasses:

• In-house coaching program with former industry executives working with small cohort of emerging leaders
• Quarterly management training on topics ranging from "Giving & Receiving Feedback, to Building high-performing teams, to "Developing your own Leadership model"
• Quarterly World-Class Speaker Series featuring industry leaders sharing their perspective and lessons learned as they build their function and business
• Dedicated professional development channels sponsored by the Executive team to foster continuous professional learning
• Book allocation program to further your knowledge in your domain of expertise or any business leadership topics

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Vention
When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued, and can achieve extraordinary results.

We celebrate differences in ideas, in experiences, and in people. Our initiatives in gender equity, career growth, and leadership development are designed to create real opportunities for everyone to thrive.

Vention's culture
Vention is an uplifting environment for high achievers. Thinking that Vention's culture would keep you energized? See our full culture guide here.