PurposeDesign and Engineering Systems organization at Divergent requires a senior technical architect to design and implement industrial-strength, interactive 3D desktop and web-based CAE applications. This role builds scalable web enabled desktop-application foundation, reduces development risk for the broader team.
The Role- Architect and design high-performing, easy-to-use, interactive 3D desktop and web CAE applications for the DES suite
- Architect scalable GPU job architecture for clustered GPUs
- Implement core application frameworks and delegate development through the greater engineering team
- Drive faster creation of complex desktop applications through hands-on technical leadership and foresight
- Ensure industrial-grade quality, usability, and performance across desktop tools
- Align architecture with DES organizational strategy and prevent risk from fragmented ownership
- Mentor and guide engineers on desktop-app best practices, addressing the team's current expertise gap
- Partner with DES / Platform IPT leadership to integrate architecture with long-term computational-design goals
Basic Qualifications- Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
- Sr Principal level experience in desktop software architecture
- Deep, demonstrated experience creating high-performing, interactive 3D desktop applications (CAE / PLM / engineering software preferred)
- Proven ability to architect complex systems and delegate implementation across engineering teams
- Strong understanding of graphics/3D rendering pipelines, UI architecture, and desktop software engineering
- Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls
- Familiarity with Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and CAE desktop ecosystems
Preferred Qualifications- 10+ years in industrial / CAE application development
- Experience in GPU compute and scheduling
- Experience integrating topology optimization, computational geometry, or CAE solvers into interactive desktop tools
- Track record building software used by mechanical/research engineers at scale
Work EnvironmentCompensationAt Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels E07 - E09 as evaluated through our interview process.
- E07 / Principal Engineer: $171,450 - $235,740
- E08 / Sr. Principal Engineer: $197,990 - $272,240
- E09/ Technical Fellow: $228,650- $314,390
Pay Range
$171,450-$314,390 USD
What We Offer:- Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
- Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
- Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
- Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
- Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.
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