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Join a team that is changing millions of lives. 

Transforming smiles, changing lives. 

At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. 

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team, specializing in the development of software for aesthetic treatment planning. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining advanced software solutions used in the scope of the Smile Architect project. Your expertise and technical proficiency will contribute to the improvement of orthodontic treatment processes, enabling efficient treatment planning and enhancing patient outcomes.

In this role, you will… 

• Technical Leadership: Demonstrate technical leadership by guiding and mentoring other software engineers. Provide technical guidance and best practices to the development team, ensuring the adoption of efficient algorithms, robust software architectures, and high-quality coding standards. Drive innovation and encourage continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• Software Development: Utilize your in-depth knowledge of software engineering principles and best practices to design, develop, and enhance software applications and modules for aesthetic treatment planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical experts, software engineers, QA engineers and business analysts to ensure the software meets the specific needs and requirements of orthodontic professionals.
• Algorithm Development: Design and implement algorithms to support various aspects of orthodontic treatment planning, such as tooth movement prediction, virtual treatment simulation, and 3D modeling. Apply your expertise in computational geometry, image processing, and machine learning to develop innovative algorithms that optimize treatment plans and streamline workflows.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze and optimize the performance of the software, including speed, accuracy, and stability. Identify bottlenecks and implement improvements to enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of the software, enabling orthodontists to quickly generate treatment plans and visualize treatment outcomes.
• Quality Assurance: Develop and implement testing strategies, including unit testing, integration testing, and regression testing, to ensure the reliability and quality of the software. Collaborate with the quality assurance engineers to identify and resolve software defects and performance issues.
• Research and Innovation: Stay up to date with the latest advancements in orthodontics, software engineering, and related fields. Conduct research, explore new technologies, and propose innovative solutions to enhance the capabilities and effectiveness of the orthodontic treatment planning software.
• Documentation and Training: Create and maintain technical documentation, including software requirements, specifications, and user manuals. Provide training and technical support to CAD designers and other users of the software, ensuring they can effectively utilize the software for treatment planning purposes.

In this role, you’ll need … 

• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) as a software engineer, with a focus on developing complex software applications.
• Experience in the field of medical imaging, orthodontics, or dental software development is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++ and Python.
• Strong knowledge of software development principles, algorithms, and data structures.
• Experience with computational geometry, image processing, and machine learning algorithms.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling, visualization, and simulation techniques.
• Knowledge of software development tools and frameworks, version control systems, and software testing methodologies.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, propose innovative solutions, and implement them effectively. Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Collaboration: Excellent teamwork and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including orthodontists, engineers, and designers.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Willingness to learn new technologies and stay up to date with the latest advancements in the field.
• Strong Work Ethic: Self-motivate

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About Align   

Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world’s largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials.   

By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work – these are just some of the things employees say make Align Technology a great place to work.   

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Global Diversity Statement:

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

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It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all of our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. Applicants for positions with Align must be legally authorized to work in the country which they are applying for and verification of employment eligibility will be required as a condition of hire.

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