Platform Software Engineer (Contractor)

Protolabs

India Remote permanent

Posted: January 27, 2026

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Job Description

We are looking for a Platform Software Engineer (Contractor) to join our team!

This is a remote role open to candidates based in India.

We are seeking a Platform Software Engineer with strong Rust and Python experience to help build and maintain internal tooling that powers our digital manufacturing platform. In this role, you will focus on designing and developing high-performance internal libraries written in Rust, with bindings and integrations across other language hosts, including Python. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to enable rapid prototyping, scalable production systems, and automation in a fast-paced, technology- driven environment.

What you’ll do :
• Develop, test, and maintain internal tooling, with a primary focus on Rust-based internal libraries and multi-language bindings
• Design and develop scalable, efficient solutions to support prototyping, production, and automation workflows
• Collaborate with engineers, product, and operations teams to translate requirements into robust technical solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code with a strong emphasis on performance and reliability
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and the evolution of engineering best practices
• Contribute to improving development workflows, tooling, and CI/CD pipelines
• Stay current with advancements in Rust, Python, and digital manufacturing technologies

What you’ll bring :
• 6+ years of professional experience developing production software in RustProficiency in Python, including experience with automation, scripting, or web frameworks
• Experience designing and maintaining reusable libraries or shared toolingFamiliarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and code quality
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented, cross-functional environment
• Experience working with multi-language bindings (e.g., RustPython)
• Familiarity with performance optimization and systems-level programming
• Exposure to cloud-based, platform, or manufacturing-related systems
• Experience contributing to internal developer platforms or tooling ecosystems
• Strong proficiency in the English language, both verbal and written

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