Software Developer – Particle-Based Methods

COMSOL, Inc. is looking for a software developer to strengthen the development team in its Burlington, MA office. We are seeking an individual with a solid background in particle-based numerical methods. In this role, you will enhance and extend our Particle Tracing Module, Granular Flow Module, and Molecular Flow Module — add-on products to COMSOL Multiphysics®. You will contribute across the full development lifecycle — from problem analysis and specification, through implementation in C++/Java, to testing, documentation, and product design. This role offers the chance to help shape new industry-relevant simulation features and tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to analyze simulation requirements and define technical specifications.
• Design and implement robust, efficient numerical methods and simulation algorithms in C++ and/or Java.
• Conduct testing and verification of code, produce clear documentation, and ensure maintainability of the software modules.
• Participate in product design and innovation for simulation software applied to real-world engineering problems.
• Work with cross-discipline teams to deliver impactful solutions.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Applied Science or Applied Mathematics.
• Expertise in at least one of the the following numerical simulation methods:
  • Lagrangian particle tracking,
  • Discrete element method (DEM),
  • Molecular dynamics (MD),
  • Smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH),
  • Particle-in-cell (PIC).
• Demonstrated experience with mathematical modeling.
• Proven programming experience in C++/Java.
• Excellent technical writing skills.

Meriting Skills and Experiences

• Experience with COMSOL Multiphysics.
• Experience with user interface design and development.
• Familiarity with the finite element method (FEM) and multiphysics coupling.

COMSOL Offers

• An exciting opportunity to deepen your knowledge across a range of physics application areas and engineering domains.
• A team of creative, skilled, highly experienced professionals in a fast-paced, high-tech simulation software company.
• Excellent career growth potential as we expand our simulation software offerings.
• Compensation commensurate with skills and experience.
• Health and 401(k) plans with a company match and other benefits.
• Generous vacation time.
• A spacious, bright, and comfortable office with private workspaces.
• A surrounding office park with onsite restaurants, hotels, bars, and a free fitness center with workout classes.

About COMSOL

COMSOL is the leading innovator of multiphysics simulation software. Our products are continuously pushing the boundaries of computer aided engineering and what it means to be simulation software. The COMSOL product family gives our users the ability to solve even the most sophisticated and challenging problems. Because we believe in presenting our platform in a manner that is both intuitive and flexible, it is natural and easy for these solutions to reach all stages of research and development, improving discovery and the bottom line. We are creating the tools that drive new breakthroughs in physics and engineering, and we love what we do.

COMSOL is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary range: $135k-$155k

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