Job Specifications
Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI-powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories across 5 continents and we have the privilege to work with a significant proportion of Fortune 500 manufacturers, from space rockets, to electrical cars, to robotics.
At Vention, you’ll work alongside driven and talented people who care deeply about their craft and the impact they create. We’re a team of high achievers who grow through meaningful work, solving complex challenges, learning fast, and seeing the results of our efforts every day.
We move quickly and aim high, but we do it together with care, collaboration, and respect. Our culture celebrates diverse perspectives and supports your growth through intentional development, strong leadership, and opportunities to make a real difference.
Job Description
As a Senior Software Developer in the Digital Workflow Team at Vention…
You’ll join one of our most dynamic and exciting software teams, guiding technology choices and architecture design as our department scales. In the Digital Workflow team, you’ll design and implement web-based applications that automate industrial machines — from cloud simulation all the way to shop-floor operation. You’ll collaborate with product managers, QA developers, leaders, and junior team members to deliver high-impact solutions and help shape our technical roadmap.
What You’ll Do
Participate in all aspects of the software lifecycle: requirements definition, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
Build full-stack web applications (TypeScript, backend and frontend) to integrate with Vention’s automation technology and enable customer interaction with industrial machines.
Develop and maintain thorough documentation for all code-base modules, models, and workflows.
Lead technical initiatives and projects that cross teams and departments, driving architectural decisions and execution.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering growth and excellence within the team.
Qualifications
What You Bring to the Table
We’re looking for skills, intellect, and experiences that will help you succeed in this role but we also know that various profiles (not only the one described below) could be successful. If you’re excited about what you read and think you’d be a great fit, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every single qualification.
You’ll bring:
7+ years of experience in software development (preferably with TypeScript).
Experience with TypeScript, Python, and web development frameworks such as React.
Understanding of distributed systems design and related technical challenges.
Strong ownership mentality, with experience handling complex end-to-end solutions.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deal with ambiguity.
A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful
Experience with embedded and cloud/web systems.
Strong documentation skills and proven ability to mentor.
Additional Information
What We Offer
Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program
Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback
Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women’s Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
Central location: Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
Team events: All year round employee events including annual kick-off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that start day one.
What To Expect In Your Interview
Initial Call
Meet the Team
Case or take-home interview
Decision & Offer
We’re committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we’ll ensure you have what you need to succeed.
Professional Growth & Development
Vention believes strongly in promotion from within. For this reason, we structured a comprehensive professional development program that elevate high-performing individuals who deeply understand the inner workings of Vention. This program encompasses:
In-house coaching program with former industry executives working with small cohort of emerging leaders
Quarterly management training on topic
About the Company
Vention empowers small to large manufacturers to design, program, order, and deploy automated equipment in a one-stop-shop Manufacturing Automation Platform. Vention is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with an additional office in Berlin, Germany. Our technology powers over 18,000 machines across 4,000 factories in 25 industries.
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