Junior Software Engineer

Dormont Manufacturing Co; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Commuter subsidy

Job summary

Arena, a PTC business, is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to contribute to Arena’s SaaS front‑end features in a hybrid San Mateo environment. You will learn modern web development, collaborate with senior engineers, product managers, and QA, and help maintain code quality.

You’ll gain exposure to scalable SaaS architecture, front‑end coding, and cross‑functional teamwork in a supportive environment, with mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience developing web applications (internship, co‑op, academic, or project experience welcomed).
• Foundational understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and web development principles.
• Basic experience with a modern JavaScript framework (React preferred; Angular/Vue familiarity 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.

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

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

React

Tools

Git

Job description

Junior Software Engineer

Hybrid-San Mateo, CA

About Arena

Arena, a PTC business, helps high–tech manufacturers and medical device companies build products that change the world. Our cloud–based PLM and QMS software is used by innovators such as Nutanix, BioRad, Sonos, Teleflex, and Citrix. As part of PTC, Arena offers a award–winning workplace with a strong work life balance and opportunities to grow.

Role Summary

We are looking for a Junior Software Engineer who is eager to learn and contribute to the development of Arena’s SaaS applications. This is an ideal role for someone early in their engineering career who wants exposure to modern web development, scalable SaaS architecture, and cross‑functional teamwork in a supportive environment.

You will work closely with senior engineers, product managers, and QA to build and enhance front‑end features, fix bugs, maintain code quality, and grow your technical skillset.

Key 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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 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.

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• 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.

What Success Looks Like in the First 6–12 Months

• Demonstrates steady growth in contributing production‑ready front‑end code.
• Gains confidence in Arena’s architecture and codebase.
• Reliably completes assigned tasks and bug fixes with increasing autonomy.
• Participates actively in code reviews and team discussions.
• Builds strong working relationships across engineering, QA, and product.

Compensation

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is between $85,000 and $100,000. Salary may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Candidates may be eligible for a performance‑based bonus and a share purchase program. Employees may also receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) contributions with employer match, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, and a generous commuter subsidy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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