3D C++ Software Engineer

Join a team that is changing millions of lives.

Transforming smiles, changing lives.

At Align Technology , we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

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About this opportunity

The 3D C++ Software Engineer will contribute to critical R&D software development projects that help the company innovate the aligner technology. The engineer should have sound C++ programming background and desire to innovate. This role will be part of Align's goal to deliver our clear aligners (Invisalign) and 3D printed appliances to our customers. Depending on the skill and experience, this position can be altered into a more senior or junior level position.

In this role, you will…

• Design and develop production quality non-interactive C++ applications/services that will be hosted in the cloud.
• Design and develop 3D algorithms , and then integrate them into these applications/services.
• These services will design individually customized 3D printed dental appliances for Invisalign patients.
• Develop new and add new features to existing desktop applications working with 3D geometry.
• Participate in ensuring production quality by enabling the quality team with testable code and automation help.
• Contribute to brand new and existing components: help refine requirements, develop quality software, identify/mitigate risks and participate in production monitoring as needed.
• Develop UI tools/scripts that enable the team of Bio Mechanical Engineers.
• As a part of a larger Product Research and Development team:
• Follow architectural, quality and regulatory guidelines for medical device software development.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team (of Software engineers, Bio Mechanical engineers, Product management, Manufacturing experts) to take the upcoming research projects to fruition.
• Development environment: scrum, Windows with MS Visual Studio, Git, Atlassian - JIRA, Bamboo etc...

In this role, you’ll need …

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, Computer Sciences or equivalent.
• 5+ years of professional experience developing software in modern C++ (11-17).
• Experience with using Object Oriented concepts, STL and data structures.
• Experience working with 3D computational geometry .
• Be passionate about code quality and good software design.
• Be willing to learn from the experts (C++ and geometry) on the team.
• Flexibility to contribute to the areas of the project that need the most help.
• Desire to innovate, good problem-solving ability and critical thinking.
• Experience with Git, Bitbucket.
• Familiarity with Linux (CentOS / Ubuntu), Docker containers, AWS.

Desirable

• Exposure to 3D printing area.
• Exposure to Software as Medical Device.

Sound like a good fit?

Great! Click the "Apply" link to let us know you are interested. Not the right fit? Don’t worry, Align is quickly growing so we are creating more opportunities to expand our Align family. Please consider joining our Talent Network to receive notifications about future jobs or sharing this opportunity with others in your network.

About Align

Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world’s largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials.

By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work – these are just some of the things employees say make Align Technology a great place to work.

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Global Diversity Statement:

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all of our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. Applicants for positions with Align must be legally authorized to work in the country which they are applying for and verification of employment eligibility will be required as a condition of hire.