Senior Algorithm Engineer

About LightForce Orthodontics

LightForce Orthodontics is a 3D printing technology company focused on the orthodontic space. Our digital platform empowers orthodontists with 3D-printed tooth-moving tools. In 2019, we launched our first product - the world’s only, fully customized 3D printed bracket system and digital treatment software. We are proud to be one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. Learn more at www.lightforceortho.com

Description

LightForce Orthodontics is seeking a talented Senior Algorithm Engineer to join our rapidly expanding team. As a Senior Algorithm Engineer, you will be in a leadership position supporting LightForce’s 3D tools, enabling internal and external users through performant algorithms and intuitive user experience.

As a Senior Algorithm Engineer, you play a critical role that enables the company in a period of exponential growth. You will be responsible for designing, building, maintaining, and improving our 3D architecture. You will make sure that all 3D development within the organization is well designed and enables future development and long-term maintainability.

LightForce Orthodontics hires committed, self-motivated employees and then gives them the freedom and flexibility to do great work. You will help to grow a fantastic engineering team and industry-changing tech company, to advance the orthodontic profession, and to provide positive health benefits to patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Make significant contributions to the design, architecture and implementation of our web-based digital treatment platform
• Own every part of the process: from design through development, testing, and delivery
• Collaborate with multiple teams to collect needs and assist in implementation
• Collaborate and coach other junior software engineers

Education and Experience

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related quantitative field
• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer 
• 2+ years of experience building CAD, CAM, FEA or CFD applications

Required Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of WebGL, 3D web ecosystem (Three.js or Babylon.js)
• Experience in developing graphical applications with C++ and/or TypeScript/Javascript
• Experience working on 3D computational geometry problems or geometric modeling concepts
• Prior experience developing and optimizing graphs and graph algorithms 
• Prior experience with JavaScript / Typescript
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders

Physical Demands

• Requires the ability to use hands, and reach with hands and arms
• Requires the ability to see, listen, and speak

Work Environment

• Work is generally performed in an open office, sedentary position

LightForce Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.