Senior Software Engineer - Optimization

ph3The opportunity /h3 p“Artificial Intelligence has shifted from prediction to practice, ushering in the autonomous enterprise—where systems of intelligence drive operations, not just support them.” /p pFor the past eight years, we've been supporting some of the most iconic enterprises to embrace the potential of AI. Building on our experience and proven impact, we are now more committed than ever to our vision: creating a world of possibility through Superlinear productivity gains. The next step is clear: we are broadening our horizon throughout Europe, supporting the world’s most critical enterprises in their transformation. To realize this ambitious vision, we’re seeking sharp minds and steady hands: people who care deeply, are mission-driven, build boldly, and own the outcome. /p pThat's why we are hiring a bSenior Software Engineer - Optimization. /b /p h3The role /h3 pAs our Software Engineer specialized in Mathematical Optimization, you'll be building the mathematical engines that solve large-scale industrial optimization problems. You'll work on challenges where optimal solutions can drive millions in economic value. /p h3What you’ll build /h3 h3Optimization Solutions /h3 ul liModel complex real-world problems as constraint programming problems /li liDetermine the model scope to maximize impact while guaranteeing tractability /li liDecompose large-scale problems to achieve tractability /li liDesign hard and soft constraints to achieve real-world feasibility /li liDesign (lexicographic) objectives to achieve maximal real-world impact /li liImplement multi-objective optimization with Pareto frontier computation /li /ul h3Natural Language Interfaces /h3 ul liDesign Python APIs to make constraint programming accessible to developers /li liDesign Python APIs to enable Large Language Models to implement and modify optimization models /li liDesign Natural Language Interfaces that enable business users to efficiently mitigate operational disruptions /li liDesign Natural Language Interfaces that enable business users to simulate and compare different scenarios /li liDesign Natural Language Interfaces that provide intuitive explanations for decision proposals /li /ul h3Scalable Solver Algorithms /h3 ul liDesign compilers that translate high-level optimization problem representations into efficient constraint programs /li liDesign (meta-)algorithms that prioritize finding good feasible solutions quickly /li liApply Reinforcement Learning to accelerate optimization algorithms /li liDesign distributed optimization solvers wherein multiple strategies collaborate to find good feasible solutions /li /ul h3Robust Software /h3 ul liDevelop robust and maintainable Python packages and APIs for optimization /li liDevelop benchmarks and evaluate software performance on those benchmarks /li liBuild comprehensive test suites that validate correctness and robustness /li liImplement monitoring and observability for optimization systems /li /ul h3Who are you /h3 h3Essential Experience /h3 ul liBackground in Mathematical Optimization through academic or industry experience /li liIdeally experienced with Constraint Programming, though strong expertise in Operations Research, Metaheuristics, or Convex Optimization is equally valuable /li liProven Python programming skills with production-quality code /li liTrack record of solving real-world optimization problems /li liAptitude to translate business requirements into mathematical models /li /ul h3Skills That Matter /h3 ul liExperience with optimization solvers (OR-Tools, Choco, Gurobi, CPLEX, etc.) /li liOperations Research techniques and Mixed-Integer Linear Programming /li liMetaheuristics /li liExperience with large-scale distributed optimization /li liAPI design and developer experience /li liKnowledge of Large Language Models and their potential applications /li liReinforcement learning /li liFluency in English, any other languages is a plus /li /ul h3Mindset Approach /h3 ul liPragmatic problem-solving mindset /li liClear communication of complex concepts to diverse stakeholders /li liPassion for applying mathematical techniques to real-world impact /li liInterest in pushing the boundaries of what's computationally possible /li /ul h3Why this role matters /h3 pYou’ll be working on optimization problems that directly impact critical European infrastructure and enterprises. Your solutions will optimize billions in economic activity, from coordinating complex logistics operations to scheduling critical resources. /p pThis is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge optimization techniques while solving problems of unprecedented scale and real-world importance. You’ll have the freedom to explore novel approaches, including the integration of AI techniques with traditional optimization methods. /p h3What we offer /h3 ul libImpact /b: Your algorithms will transform operations for Europe's most critical enterprises /li libChallenge /b: Work on complex constraint satisfaction problems at massive scale /li libInnovation /b: Freedom to explore novel techniques and AI integration /li libGrowth /b: Shape the technical direction of our optimization capabilities /li libCollaboration /b: Work closely together with our Brussels team /li libCompensation /b: Competitive salary with performance bonus and equity /li libBenefits /b: Comprehensive health insurance, group insurance, meal/eco vouchers, full transportation coverage, internet allowance, and additional Superlinear holidays. /li libTools /b: MacBook Pro, cloud compute resources, and optimization solver licenses /li libTeam /b: Collaborate with brilliant minds in AI /li /ul h3Ready to solve the unsolvable? /h3 pIf you have expertise in mathematical optimization and are excited about applying it to transform how complex systems operate, we want to hear from you. /p pJoin us in building optimization solutions that will power the next generation of intelligent enterprise systems. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr