Applications Developer

USA Thornton Tomasetti • New York, NY

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About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career. The Role Thornton Tomasetti’s CORE studio is seeking an Applications Developer to help build next-generation computational design and automation tools for the AEC industry. You’ll work on a mix of parametric modeling, engineering automation, data visualization, and software development, creating custom applications that enhance the way our engineers and designers work. This role involves close collaboration with architects, engineers, and technologists to develop tools that streamline design, analysis, and workflow automation. Projects range from Grasshopper and Revit-based automation to full-stack web and desktop applications. If you're passionate about computational design and software development, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Expert-level proficiency in Grasshopper (including data tree management and advanced scripting).
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and/or engineering analysis tools (e.g., FEA platforms).
• Proficiency in C# and/or full-stack JavaScript development (React, Vue, or similar frameworks).
• Strong understanding of parametric modeling, automation, and computational workflows.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or engineering
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in architecture, engineering, or construction industries.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) and API development.
• Familiarity with AI/ML applications in design and engineering.
• Interest in product development and UX for AEC software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain computational design and automation tools for engineering and design teams.
• Build and support custom plugins, parametric workflows, and engineering analysis applications.
• Work on full-stack development for web and desktop applications.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve data-driven design processes and visualization tools.
• Explore cloud integration and AI/ML applications for design and engineering.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees