Visual Components is a software company with a global footprint. We are here to help teams who are building tomorrow’s manufacturing find the fastest way from the concept to reality. With our inclusive and easy-to-use 3D simulation software companies can test their ideas in a virtual environment and get proof of concept before making investment decisions.
We build our software using C++, C#, and other Microsoft technologies, as well as Python, to create a comprehensive and sophisticated 3D simulation platform. Visual Components software is a robust and intricate system that allows customers to design production lines, simulate and analyze production flow, perform virtual commissioning projects, and program industrial robots. Our interfaces are visual and user-friendly, making the software simple, fun, and easy to use, yet powerful and flexible for big projects.
Our development teams use modern approaches to make the software reliable, efficient, and scalable. We work together in a collaborative environment where everybody can grow and make a real impact on the future of manufacturing.
Today, Visual Components software is used by over 2400 pioneers worldwide, and the tool scales from small local manufacturers to global automotive corporations.
Our Headquarters is in Espoo, Finland and we have branches in Indiana, US, Munich, Germany, and Tokyo, Japan. Our team of 24 nationalities and global partner network make Visual Components a truly international company.
The role and the team
We are looking for a Senior Software Developer to join a team developing Visual Components platform and building future-proof features that will enable our product to grow. The team's responsibility area spans from developing new exciting features, conducting research on new areas as well as designing and refactoring the old where and when needed.
The team members work together on shared goals and are the owners of the team's product area. All our teams also take care of our platform’s upkeep and architecture together with neighbouring teams.
You would join our team located in Espoo and Tampere, but we support you if you want to work remotely from any other place in Finland.
Your impact
As a Senior Software Developer, you will design and implement scalable, maintainable systems, ensuring new features integrate well with existing code. You will set high standards for code reviews, testing, and documentation, raising the overall quality of the codebase. Moreover, you will help us to identify technical debt, prioritize and improve the performance of our software.
Key responsibilities:
Develop new features as part of a collaborative team, focusing on feature architecture, implementation, API design, and UI controls for Windows desktop applications (C++, C#, .NET, WPF).
Work with legacy codebases to refactor outdated components, improve maintainability, and ensure backward compatibility, using modern Windows desktop technologies.
Improve test coverage where practical by writing unit and integration tests, ensuring new code is reliable and tested.
Collaborate with team members to discuss, review, improve solution designs, andfoster shared ownership and teamwork.
The skills you will bring
We seek someone who values collaboration, is proactive and bold in sharing their opinions, and takes ownership of various tasks. What counts, is passion for learning and developing!
Skills important for this role:
C++ is a must for the role – we are looking for deep hands-on experience
Experience working with Microsoft technologies like Visual Studio or similar IDEs, Windows environment and ability to build, test and debug using those tools
Be receptive to receiving and providing constructive feedback in daily work activities
Experience working with Git or similar version control systems and familiarity with CI/CD tools
Proficiency in C#, WPF or other desktop UI libraries, MVVM or other UI design patterns is a strong benefit
Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) tools (we use Azure DevOps, but experience with Jira could be beneficial to get onboard quickly)
Familiarity with Agile and Scrum processes and the ability to effectively navigate and work in an agile environment.
English language - professional level in speaking and writing in English because it is our main working language
Perks of joining us
Competitive salary
The opportunity to further develop and expand your skills and make an impact on our own platform
Flexible working times and remote work
An employer who supports in various life situations
Safe and stable workplace
Skilled co-workers and a supportive supervisor and team
Low hierarchy and flexible and relaxed organizational culture
Comprehensive personnel benefits, e.g., learning platforms, extensive occupational health care and health insurance, lunch benefit, sport & cultural benefit vouchers
At Visual Components, our most valuable assets are our employees. We treat everyone with honesty and transparency, help each other, and do our work with passion. We also enjoy spending time together even after work. Pool tournaments, game nights, after works and sports activities are part of the life as a team.
How to apply
Please send your application in English via the form on our career page. We cannot accept applications sent to us via email or private messages due to the GDPR. We will hire a person as soon as we find the right candidate.
Next steps with us
application screening within 3-4 weeks after the application
online introductory call with our Talent Acquisition Specialist
technical interview with our specialists
onsite interview with the team
Recruiter
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please, contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist Elena Bazhenova via email elena.bazhenova@visualcomponents.com
With over 20 years in business, Visual Components is one of the pioneers of the 3D manufacturing simulation industry.
Visual Components is a leading developer of 3D manufacturing simulation software and solutions. Founded in 1999 by a team of simulation experts, we started with a humble goal – to make manufacturing design and simulation technology easy to use and accessible to manufacturing organizations of all sizes.
Today, Visual Components is recognized as a global leader in the manufacturing simulation industry and trusted technology partner to many leading brands. We offer machine builders, system integrators, and manufacturers a simple, quick, and cost-effective solution to design and simulate production lines.
