Senior Software Engineer

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the development of industry leading software applications and services for the building industry.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (% of Time)

Backend design and development for a software suite focusing on next generation design and management tools for component manufacturers in the wood structure building ecosystem. Development will primarily be in C++ (85%).

• Develop and maintain a wood roof truss analysis tool written in C++.
• Implement and optimize algorithms for structural analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the tool meets industry standards and client requirements.
• Provide technical support, guidance, and training to fellow team members.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to maintain high-quality code and ensure application stability.

Participate in Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Review and Sprint Retrospectives as part of the Agile Scrum software development lifecycle. (15%)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in C++ programming.
• Preferred strong knowledge of the stiffness matrix and finite element method (FEM).
• Preferred experience with FEM software, AutoCAD, or similar tools.
• Preferred experience in the construction industry, particularly with wood structures.
• Familiarity with other programming languages and tools used in structural analysis.
• Working knowledge of development tools such as Visual Studio/VS Code and SQL Management Studio, profiling tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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