Junior Software Engineer

About the role

PTC is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join Arena, a PTC business. Arena helps high-tech manufacturers and medical device companies build products that change the world. The successful candidate will assist in developing and maintaining front-end components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, implement UI changes based on provided design mockups, and contribute to enhancements and bug fixes across Arena’s Web and Application layers.

Responsibilities

• Aid 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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

At PTC, we offer a competitive compensation package including a salary range of $85,000 - $100,000 annually, performance-based bonuses, and opportunities to become a PTC shareholder through our employee share purchase program (ESPP). Additional benefits include 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, and a generous commuter subsidy. We also provide a flexible work schedule and remote work options for those who qualify.

Pay

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is between $85,000 - $100,000. The salary range reflects a good-faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Schedule

This role is available as a Hybrid position, with the option to work from home 2-3 days a week.