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Software Developer - Additive Manufacturing Workflows

PanOptimization
State College, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026
Job: Software Developer - Additive Manufacturing Workflows

Location: State College, PA or Remote

Summary:
The Software Developer is responsible for the development and quality assurance of Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for commercial Additive Manufacturing simulation software. Applicants should be interested in working in a small but quickly expanding business environment and have a willingness to fill multiple roles within the company. The PanOptimization team is developing industry leading thermomechanical Finite Element Analysis (FEA) technology for applications in the simulation and optimization of Laser Powder Bed Fusion, Directed Energy Deposition, and welding processes. You will be working with customers and collaborators at the forefront of the AM field.

The position will be filled on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities
  • Develop API and GUI functionality for PanX FEA Software for stand-alone use and for integration into commercial build-prep processors.
  • Work directly with users to understand requirements and gather feedback related to software useability and workflows.
  • Performs pre-release GUI/API testing/QA to ensure interface quality.
Basic Requirements
  • ITAR Compliance:  All applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines "U.S. Person" as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a person admitted as a refugee to the U.S., a person granted asylum in the U.S., or person granted the status of an alien lawfully admitted for temporary residence to the U.S. under 8 U.S.C. §1160(a) (for special agricultural workers) or 8 U.S.C. §1255(a)(1) (an amnesty program).
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States full-time.  This company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
  • Infrequent day and overnight travel may be required; some sporadic, international travel may be necessary. Must also be able to travel by common carrier air and/or train for prospect/customer site visits and industry tradeshows and other events.
Qualifications
  • BS/MS in Computer Science or a closely related field
  • Experience with Additive Manufacturing
  • Experience with programming (Python, VTK, Qt, C, C )
Physical DemandsEOE/Disability/Veteran. PanOptimization, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a talented workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need special assistance or accommodation, please send an email with your request to info@panoptimization.com to provide your contact information and let us know the nature of your request.PanOptimization reserves the right to change, modify, and/or terminate this job posting without notice or obligation. No recruiters, please; principal applicants only.
 

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