Senior Software Engineer – Hydrodynamics & Real-Time Simulation

Senior Software Engineer – Hydrodynamics & Real-Time Simulation

Location: Horten or Trondheim, Norway

Division: Kongsberg Maritime – K‑Sim Products

About the Role

We’re looking for a senior software engineer with strong skills in hydrodynamics and C++/C# development to work on the core real‑time hydrodynamics engine used in Kongsberg Maritime’s ship simulators.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain real‑time hydrodynamics, hydrostatics, propulsion, and machinery simulation code (C++/C#).
• Act as subject‑matter expert for hydrodynamic modelling and support internal teams.
• Build and improve tooling for hydrodynamics model creation and calibration.
• Explore the use of CFD and machine learning to improve model accuracy and automation.
• Apply latest hydrodynamics research to enhance simulation fidelity and performance.

Required Skills

• 5+ years' experience in C++ and/or C#.
• Strong background in ship hydrodynamics, hydrostatics, or propulsion modelling.
• Experience with real-time simulation.
• Ability to guide hydrodynamics modelers and improve workflow tools.

Nice to Have

• Experience with machine learning, CFD, or numerical modelling.
• Simulation experience (maritime, aviation, automotive, defence).
• Background in naval architecture, fluid mechanics, or marine engineering.

Why Join

• Work on the core physics engine powering world-leading maritime simulators.
• Collaborate with top hydrodynamics and simulation experts.
• Influence the future of maritime simulation technology.
• Flexible location: Horten or Trondheim.

Apply here or contact Dylan Johnston to learn more.