Scope:
We are looking for a highly motivated and technically strong Staff Software Engineer to join the LP Optimization Supply Planning team. This role focuses on developing and enhancing large-scale optimization engines used in supply chain planning solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in C++ development, mathematical optimization, and performance engineering, with experience working on complex enterprise software products.
You will contribute to the architecture, design, development, and optimization of linear programming (LP) and mixed integer programming (MIP) based planning solutions leveraging IBM CPLEX and advanced optimization techniques.
What you’ll do:
- Core Product Development
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance optimization components for Supply Planning applications.
- Enhance LP/MIP optimization engines used for:
- Supply Planning
- Production Planning
- Distribution Planning
- Capacity Optimization
- Implement scalable and efficient algorithms for solving large-scale planning problems.
- C++ & Optimization Engineering
- Develop robust and maintainable C++ code for optimization workflows and solver integrations.
- Integrate and optimize IBM CPLEX-based models and solver execution.
- Analyze solver performance, infeasibilities, convergence issues, and optimization quality.
- Improve runtime performance, memory utilization, and scalability of optimization engines.
- Architecture & Technical Leadership
- Participate in architecture and design discussions for next-generation planning solutions.
- Drive engineering best practices including code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and automation.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across the team.
- Collaborate with architects and senior engineers on platform modernization initiatives.
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Product Management, Data Science, QA, and Customer Support teams.
- Collaborate with domain experts to translate business requirements into optimization models and technical solutions.
- Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex customer-reported planning issues.
- Quality & Reliability
- Ensure high code quality, reliability, and maintainability.
- Participate in CI/CD and automated testing initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and product quality.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Operations Research, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in enterprise software development.
- Strong hands-on programming expertise in:
- C++
- STL
- Object-Oriented Design
- Multi-threaded programming
- Strong experience with:
- IBM CPLEX Optimizer
- Linear Programming (LP)
- Mixed Integer Programming (MIP)
- Optimization model formulation
- Good understanding of:
- Algorithms
- Data structures
- Numerical methods
- Performance optimization techniques
- Experience with Linux/Unix development environments.
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Supply Chain Planning or Operations Research domain.
- Familiarity with:
- Network optimization
- Constraint programming
- Heuristics and metaheuristics
- Demand/Supply planning concepts
- Exposure to cloud-native or SaaS-based enterprise applications.
- Knowledge of Python scripting for automation or optimization workflows.
- Experience with profiling and performance tuning tools.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Operations Research, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in enterprise software development.
- Strong hands-on programming expertise in C++ and STL.
- Object-Oriented Design experience.
- Multi-threaded programming experience.
- Experience with IBM CPLEX Optimizer.
- Experience with Linear Programming (LP) and Mixed Integer Programming (MIP) and optimization model formulation.
- Good understanding of algorithms, data structures, numerical methods, and performance optimization techniques.
- Experience with Linux/Unix development environments.
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in Supply Chain Planning or Operations Research domain.
- Familiarity with network optimization, constraint programming, heuristics and metaheuristics, and demand/supply planning concepts.
- Exposure to cloud-native or SaaS-based enterprise applications.
- Knowledge of Python scripting for automation or optimization workflows.
- Experience with profiling and performance tuning tools.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Blue Yonder Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as generous or “unlimited” in the U.S., alongside paid holidays, sick time, and two paid volunteer days. These policies are often highlighted as strengths that support work–life balance.
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Flexible Benefits — Remote-work options and flexible arrangements are emphasized as part of the package. This flexibility is valued alongside compensation and can help offset middling pay for some roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided, with mental health/EAP support and HSA/FSA options referenced. These core coverages are portrayed as solid and comprehensive.
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What We Do
Blue Yonder is the world leader in digital supply chain and omni-channel commerce fulfillment. Our intelligent, end-to-end platform enables retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers to seamlessly predict, pivot and fulfill customer demand. With Blue Yonder, you can make more automated, profitable business decisions that deliver greater growth and re-imagined customer experiences. Blue Yonder - Fulfill your Potential Blue Yonder’s tagline “Fulfill Your Potential” reflects the company’s mission to empower every organization and person on the planet to fulfill their potential. Each day, our global teams of associates and business partners work together to accelerate global economic growth, increase sustainability and prosperity with a Sonoran Spirit.
