Your Role at a Glance
The Software Engineer II (Desktop to Cloud Integration & SDK Connectivity) is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cloud-enabled services and integration capabilities that extend and enhance the Mastercam platform. Working within a large-scale commercial codebase, this role applies modern software engineering practices and technologies to solve complex technical challenges while supporting Mastercam's desktop-to-cloud evolution.
As Mastercam continues to expand its hybrid desktop and cloud architecture, this position plays a key role in developing cloud services, enabling reliable communication between desktop and web-based systems, and extending SDK and API capabilities to support modern integration scenarios. The role requires collaboration across engineering teams to establish scalable integration patterns, improve interoperability, and ensure a seamless user and developer experience.
The Software Engineer II proactively owns complex technical initiatives, contributes to the design and implementation of large-scale projects, and provides expertise within the team's domain. This position supports Mastercam's global developer ecosystem and helps maintain the company's leadership in CAD/CAM, API, SDK, and extensibility technologies.
How You’ll Drive Success
Software Development & Integration- Develop expertise in C#, C++, object-oriented development, Microsoft Windows, Visual Studio, and the Mastercam developer ecosystem.
- Support and engage with Mastercam’s global third-party developer community.
- Build and evolve the integration layer between the C++ desktop application and cloud services.
- Implement integration patterns that work reliably under desktop constraints, including performance, responsiveness, connectivity variability, and version compatibility.
- Contribute to structured SDK interoperability and cloud enablement across C++/.NET SDKs and related components.
- Enable capability discovery and compatibility awareness across versions and environments.
- Partner with desktop and SDK teams to deliver seamless integrations without destabilizing core workflows.
- Write, size, accurately detail, and break down complex stories and defects.
- Communicate project status, risks, dependencies, and decisions to stakeholders.
- Participate in planning and help shape feasible, high-quality solutions.
- Coordinate with developers and the broader team to deliver large-scale projects.
- Propose and implement designs with attention to usability, maintainability, performance, compatibility, and developer experience.
- Conduct peer reviews and promote unit-test coverage and test-driven development.
- Evaluate and recommend development tools, technologies, and processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
The Talents We’re Seeking
Education & Experience- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 4-5 years of professional experience building web APIs and cloud services.
- Experience developing commercial CAD/CAM applications in C++.
- Experience developing plugin applications for SolidWorks, NX, Catia, Autodesk, or similar platforms preferred.
- Strong proficiency in C#/.NET for cloud services and APIs.
- Experience integrating native desktop applications with cloud services.
- Experience with data serialization, schema versioning, performance across native and managed runtimes, and large codebases.
- Experience with streaming or bidirectional communication patterns preferred.
- Experience with service-based or microservice-oriented architectures.
- Experience with computational geometry and algorithm development.
- Experience with source control, peer reviews, unit testing, and Agile software development.
- Solid understanding of object-oriented development.
- Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical colleagues.
- Proven ability to drive projects to completion and deliver high-quality software.
- Strong expertise in a target team domain area.
Who We Are
At Mastercam, we do not just keep pace with manufacturing—we set the pace. For over 40 years, we have been the name behind the breakthroughs, the partner for those who refuse to settle. When the industry says “too complex,” we say, “challenge accepted.”
We are more than software. We are a movement of makers, innovators, and problem-solvers driving transformation across the globe.
Backed by a network of 400 Channel Partners and a thriving developer community, Mastercam delivers the tools and expertise to turn ambitious ideas into flawless reality. From aerospace to automotive, medical to education, we empower manufacturers to push boundaries and redefine what is possible.
As part of Intelligent Manufacturing and the Sandvik Group, we are leading the charge in digital transformation. Our team of 500+ professionals is united by a single mission: to help achieve precision, productivity, and performance without compromise.
Our Core Values? They are not just words. They are how we win:
- Winning Together: Collaboration is not optional—it is the engine that drives us.
- Curiosity: We question, we explore, we innovate. Every day.
- Responsibility: Safety, integrity, and sustainability aren’t boxes to check—they are the foundation of trust.
- Customer-Focused: We listen. We adapt. We deliver. Always.
Innovation. Collaboration. Growth. That is the Mastercam way. Explore more at www.mastercam.com, connect on LinkedIn, and join the conversation with #mastercam.
The next big challenge is waiting—are you ready to accept?
It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin or any other classification protected by applicable local or state laws.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
We are an E-Verify Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 4–5 years of professional experience building web APIs and cloud services
- Experience developing commercial CAD/CAM applications in C++
- Strong proficiency in C#/.NET for cloud services and APIs
- Experience integrating native desktop applications with cloud services
- Experience with data serialization, schema versioning, performance across native and managed runtimes, and large codebases
- Experience with service-based or microservice-oriented architectures
- Experience with computational geometry and algorithm development
- Experience with source control, peer reviews, unit testing, and Agile software development
- Experience developing plugin applications for SolidWorks, NX, Catia, Autodesk, or similar platforms
- Experience with streaming or bidirectional communication patterns
- Strong understanding of object-oriented development
- Clear communication with technical and non-technical colleagues
- Ability to drive projects to completion and deliver high-quality software
- Strong expertise in a target team domain area
What We Do
CNC Software LLC develops Mastercam, a CAD/CAM software suite used to design parts and program CNC machine tools. Its products support milling, turning, mill-turn, Swiss machining, wire EDM and routing, with CAD integration, toolpath generation, robotics programming, additive workflows and inspection capabilities. The platform serves manufacturers, programmers and designers, helping them create machining workflows and improve production efficiency across operations ranging from 2D parts to complex multi-axis components.
