Associate Software Engineer – Web & Visualization

Protolabs • Brooklyn Park, MN

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Protolabs is a leader in digital manufacturing, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. The company values doers, makers, and creative thinkers with an entrepreneurial spirit, focusing on meaningful work that brings innovative products to market rapidly. The culture is described as smart, genuine, humble, and passionate. The Associate Software Engineer plays a key role on the manufacturing software development team, contributing to the design, development, and maintenance of web-based applications that support manufacturing operations, data visualization, and data-driven decision-making. This role focuses on building scalable, high-performance software solutions that connect digital technology with real-world manufacturing systems.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• Foundational knowledge of JavaScript and modern web development concepts
• Experience with object-oriented programming, preferably in C# or .NET
• Familiarity with web services, REST APIs, and JSON data formats
• Understanding of software development fundamentals such as version control (e.g., Git), debugging, and testing

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with core software engineering concepts, design principles, and development practices.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating within a team.
• Demonstrated accountability, positive attitude, and ability to meet commitments

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web apps using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
• Implement WebGL-based visualizations (e.g., 3D models, simulations, or production layouts) for manufacturing data and workflows
• Build, consume, and troubleshoot RESTful web services and APIs
• Contribute to back-end development using .NET (C#) to support business logic and data processing
• Collaborate with senior engineers, product managers, and QA to deliver high-quality manufacturing software solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following team standards
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging activities
• Learn and apply manufacturing domain concepts such as production workflows
• Support integration with databases, and third-party services as needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunity
• Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid caregiver leave
• At least 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Wellness Hours + Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
• And More!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees