Software Developer - Operations Research

Overview

Kinaxis is a pioneering leader in supply chain orchestration, committed to innovation, culture, and customer success. Established in 1984 by a small team of engineers, we have grown into a global organization with over 2000 employees and six offices worldwide. Our AI-driven platform provides comprehensive transparency and agility for supply chains, enabling fast, informed decision-making used by more than 40,000 users in over 100 countries.

Our teams work primarily from Ottawa and Toronto (hybrid) and remotely from other Canadian locations.

About the Role

As an Operations Research Software Developer, you will design and implement advanced algorithms to optimize large-scale supply chains. You will work closely with teams to translate real-world supply chain challenges into mathematical models and lead the development and testing processes to ensure high quality software. Your work will impact the efficiency of supply chains globally, helping essential products reach markets sustainably.

Key Responsibilities

• Explore and integrate novel optimization techniques blending heuristics with exact methods.
• Convert complex supply chain scenarios into precise mathematical models.
• Lead design and implementation phases of mathematical modeling components.
• Create and execute test strategies, including unit, integration, functional, regression, and performance tests.
• Collaborate agilely with team members and stakeholders to align development efforts.
• Drive innovation in software development lifecycle by applying AI and tooling enhancements.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and expansion of Kinaxis into new markets.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s or PhD in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience delivering commercial software solutions.
• Proficient in C++ programming, including object-oriented design, design patterns, and unit testing.
• Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and their real-world applications.
• Experience developing mathematical optimization models and using commercial solvers like Gurobi, Xpress, or CPLEX.
• Competence in designing and maintaining automated testing scripts and frameworks.
• Innovative approach to accelerate development with AI, while maintaining architecture and security standards.
• Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated code for functional accuracy and architectural fit.
• Preferred knowledge of machine learning techniques and supply chain management concepts such as demand planning, MRP, S&OP, and capacity planning.

Technologies and Tools

• C++ for core software development.
• Commercial mathematical solvers for optimization.
• In-memory data server technology integral to Maestro platform.
• Development tools including Visual Studio, JIRA, Confluence, and Git.
• Internal testing frameworks for validating software correctness and performance.
• Virtual and cloud infrastructures supporting development, support, and testing activities.

Company Culture and Benefits

Kinaxis fosters a culture focused on innovation, inclusion, and impact. We offer flexible vacation policies, company-wide Kinaxis Days off, adaptive work arrangements, and wellness programs promoting physical and mental health. Regular fitness classes, mentorship, career development, recognition programs, and hackathons promote a supportive and engaging environment.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We actively engage in diversity and inclusion initiatives, including bias training, equitable hiring practices, and community involvement. Kinaxis is dedicated to sustainability with a net-zero operations vision.

Accessibility and Hiring Process

Applicants requiring accommodations during recruitment may contact our accessibility team directly. AI tools assist preliminary resume screening, but all final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters to ensure fairness.