Software Engineer (AI) (m/f) – 80-100%

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AutoForm offers software solutions for sheet metal forming and BiW assembly process. With over 500 employees dedicated to this field, AutoForm is recognized as the leading provider of software for product manufacturability, tool and material cost calculation, die face design and virtual stamping as well as BiW assembly process optimization. All of the Top 20 automotive OEMs and most of their suppliers have selected AutoForm as their software of choice. Besides its headquarters in Switzerland, AutoForm has offices in Germany, The Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, Czech Republic, Sweden, USA, Mexico, Brazil, India, China, Japan and Korea.

AutoForm's AI revolution in numerical simulation

AutoForm is pioneering the transformation of engineering simulations using advanced AI technology. Our innovative approach not only enhances the efficiency and accuracy of simulation technology, but also simplifies and accelerates the day-to-day tasks of our users with real, fully functional applications. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work on ground-breaking innovations in a dynamic setting.

As AutoForm expands its AI capabilities, we are strengthening our R&D Department in Zurich with specialists who can combine machine learning, 3D geometry, simulation data and engineering insight.

Software Engineer (AI) (m/f) – 80-100%
Geometric Machine Learning

Possible tasks

• Explore the forefront of innovation by working on AI solutions at the intersection of cutting-edge technologies such as FEM simulation, computer vision and geometry modeling.
• Contribute to the development and extension of AI-based technologies that combine synthetic data generation, numerical simulation and machine learning.
• Design and implement methods for processing, representing and analyzing complex 3D geometric data on mesh level.
• Apply simulation-driven data and surrogate-modeling techniques to efficiently learn from large-scale synthetic datasets.
• Contribute to the development of scalable AI pipelines integrating geometry generation, simulation, data preparation, model training and validation.
• Collaborate closely with experts in sheet metal forming, simulation technology, software engineering and machine learning.
• Work in an agile SCRUM team

Your profile

PhD or degree in computer science, engineering or natural science

Having expertise in several of the following areas is beneficial:

• Machine learning and deep learning, including modern frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Geometric machine learning, U-Net, graph neural networks, mesh-based learning or related methods for 3D geometric data.
• Development of generative, predictive or surrogate models for engineering applications.
• Strong understanding of mathematics, optimization and statistical learning methods.
• Experience with synthetic data generation, simulation-based learning or data-driven engineering workflows.
• Understanding of numerical simulation, manufacturing processes, CAE applications or related engineering domains.
• Good software engineering skills and experience with object-oriented design and development.
• Programming experience in C++ and Python.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Interest in working at the intersection of AI, geometry and engineering simulation.
• Team player with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Good command of English. German is a plus.

Our offer

• A challenging role in a respectful and global working environment
• Being part of a world-leading, high-end CAE software company
• Working on cutting edge technologies for the automotive industry
• Professional development and continuous education
• Excellent balance between your working life and your private life through flexible home office and flexible working hours 

Start of work is 1st September 2026. Please note that we only consider applicants that have the legal right to work in Switzerland. We will only consider direct applications. Please send your CV and attachments with the reference 26/13/ata to Michelle Schuler, Human Resources Zurich. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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