At Maxon

Packed with brilliant, passionate people, Maxon is deeply rooted in the creative industry and committed to empowering the artistic community. We are Maxonians. We encourage and motivate each other to be curious learners. We are obsessed with customer fulfillment and inspiration – before, during and after purchase. If you too want to be a Maxonian and help bring to market the finest software products for 2D and 3D visual effects, motion graphics, games, AR/MR/VR, visualization and general design, let’s talk.

(Senior) Software Developer (m/f/d)

Locations

  • Bad Homburg (Metropolitan Area Frankfurt), Germany
  • Waterloo, ON, Canada
  • Montreal, QC, Canada

What you will do:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer to join our ZBrush development team. As a Senior Software Developer, you will play a critical role in enhancing and expanding the capabilities of ZBrush, a premier 3D sculpting software used by artists worldwide. This is an opportunity to collaborate with a team of passionate professionals and contribute to a product that inspires creativity and innovation. 

  • Design, develop, and optimize features for ZBrush using C++
  • Implement advanced 3D programming techniques to improve software performance and functionality
  • Collaborate with designers, artists, QA, and other developers to ensure the software meets our highest quality standards
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to maintain a high-quality user experience
  • Contribute to the development roadmap, proposing innovative solutions to technical challenges
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in 3D programming and software development
  • Help upskill the more junior members of your team through collaboration and mentorship

What we are looking for:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
  • Expert-level proficiency in C++ with a proven track record of delivering high-quality software
  • Strong background in 3D programming, including experience with rendering, geometry processing, or similar technologies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment, and very good English language skills
  • Experience in iOS development is a significant plus
  • Familiarity with the unique challenges of 3D sculpting and painting applications
  • Passion for 3D art, gaming, or digital content creation

What we offer:

You will be offered permanent employment, full-time, at one of our offices listed above. You will be part of a highly motivated international team of specialists working in an environment that offers a warm welcome with detailed onboarding and a dedicated mentor for a familiarization period as well as a wide range of individual development possibilities. Interested in joining our team? Fill out the form or email us your resume/CV (.pdf).
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Maxon we embrace diversity, are avid explorers and curious learners, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t entirely match every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply in any case. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Maxon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We encourage challenge and motivate each other to be curious learners and drive innovation. We know how to get things done, but we also know how to have fun. Maxon is famous for its fun, inclusive and unique community building events. If you too want to be a Maxonian and help bring to market the finest software products for 2D and 3D visual effects, motion graphics, games, AR/MR/VR, visualization and general design, let’s talk.

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