Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. Why Protolabs? We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
We are looking for an Associate Software Engineer to join our team in MN.
As an Associate Software Engineer you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for designing and developing software applications for many different users. As part of our Global Technology Services (GTS) team, you will collaborate with experienced engineers and other team members to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet our business needs.

What you'll do

Develop new features for applications using .NET core, web services and SQL Server
Design, implement, debug and deliver high quality software
Collaborate with team and architects to build application solutions with a high degree of complexity
Participate in requirement, design and code reviews
Create unit and automated acceptance tests
Investigate and resolve issues while working with different functional areas
Build quality and resilience into application solutions
Adhere to best practices and innovate iteratively and proactively
Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation in support of global software systems

What it takes

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Basic understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong communication skills and work ethic
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Eagerness to learn new technologies and improve technical skills

.NET development work experience
Proficient in C#, Visual Studio, MS-SQL, HTML, JavaScript
Experience with multiple .NET patterns and platform technologies like client/server, ASP .NET sites, web services, WCF endpoints, SOA, or MVC
Internship or coursework related to software development

What's in it for you

We offer a competitive total compensation package
In addition, we offer competitive benefits including but not limited to:
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
You will receive PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours
401k with company match and immediate vest
Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount
And More!

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role. Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer Physical Demands: While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Work Environment: Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in an office setting requiring normal safety precautions. However, there may be job duties that require the employee to spend time in the manufacturing areas exposed to machinery and noise; eye protection occasionally required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.