Junior Software Engineer

PTC is a leading company transforming the way physical and digital worlds interact. They are seeking a Junior Software Engineer to contribute to the development of Arena's SaaS applications, focusing on front-end development and collaboration with senior engineers and product managers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining front‑end components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Implement UI changes based on provided design mockups and guidance from senior engineers
• Translate prototypes into well structured, maintainable code with support from the team
• Contribute to enhancements and bug fixes across Arena’s Web and Application layers
• Write simple unit tests and help improve test coverage under mentorship
• Participate in requirement discussions, code reviews, and team design sessions as a learning opportunity
• Document code changes and implementation details clearly
• Support troubleshooting and debugging activities with guidance from more senior team members

Skills

• US Citizenship is required due to FedRAMP/ITAR needs
• Ability to commute to the San Mateo office 2-3 days a week
• 0–2 years of experience developing web applications (internship, co‑op, academic, or project experience welcomed)
• Foundational understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and general web development principles
• Basic experience with a modern JavaScript framework (React preferred; Angular/Vue familiarity a plus)
• Understanding of responsive design and browser compatibility fundamentals
• Some exposure to object-oriented programming (Java preferred) through coursework or practical projects
• Familiarity with relational databases and SQL concepts
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Curiosity, attention to detail, and willingness to learn in a collaborative environment
• Experience with source control tools such as Git
• Exposure to SaaS applications or cloud environments
• Experience writing unit tests or conducting basic QA
• Personal/portfolio projects demonstrating UI development or JavaScript framework usage

Benefits

• Candidates may be eligible for a performance-based bonus
• Employees also have the opportunity to become a PTC shareholder through our employee share purchase program (ESPP), which allows for the purchase of discounted PTC stock
• Certain roles may also be eligible for participation in our equity programs
• Employees may be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) contributions and employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• If you are an office-assigned employee, a generous commuter subsidy

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