Senior CAM Software Engineer

Overview

The Senior CAM Software Engineer leads the development and enhancement of computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software used to produce complex turbo machinery components. This role blends deep software engineering expertise with manufacturing knowledge, enabling high-performance, precision machining solutions. You will play a key role in developing the product and collaborating with both software and manufacturing teams to deliver robust solutions.

• Software Development & Architecture
  • Design, develop, and maintain CAM software features
  • Lead system design and architecture decisions
  • Implement user interface elements
  • Write high-performance, maintainable code
• CAM & Manufacturing Integration
  • Develop toolpath programming functions for multi-axis CNC machining
  • Optimize user efficiency and experience
  • Integrate various internal and 3rd party components
  • Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to validate and refine outputs
  • Interface the product with internal and external manufacturing operations
• Technical Leadership
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development
  • Promote best practices in software development
  • Drive continuous improvement in software performance and usability
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with product management to define requirements and roadmap priorities
  • Work closely with turbo machinery design and manufacturing teams
  • Support customer-facing teams with technical expertise as needed
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Research and implement new technologies in CAM, automation, and simulation
  • Contribute to long-term product strategy and differentiation

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of software development experience, preferably in CAM or CAD/CAM systems
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python
• Experience with geometric modeling, computational geometry, or 3D algorithms
• Solid understanding of CNC machining processes

Preferred

• Experience with multi-axis (4- or 5-axis) machining
• Background in turbo machinery or complex rotating equipment
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM platforms/kernels
• Knowledge of toolpath optimization and simulation
• Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments

• Deep technical expertise and problem-solving ability
• Strong collaboration across software and manufacturing teams
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to translate complex engineering challenges into software solutions
• Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

The compensation range posted represents the full salary range for the role. Actual pay will be determined based on a candidate’s experience, skills, and the position level ultimately offered.