Teamcenter Developer IV

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA seeks an experienced Siemens Teamcenter Developer to lead design, development, customization, and integration of advanced PLM solutions. You will collaborate with engineering, IT, and program teams to deliver scalable PLM capabilities for mission‑critical work.

The role requires hands‑on expertise with Teamcenter architecture, configuration, and extensions, including server‑side customizations, workflows, and client‑side enhancements, plus strong

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field with 9 years of hands‑on experience developing and customizing Teamcenter; or a master’s degree with 7 years of related experience.
• Strong command of Teamcenter modules, data modeling, workflows, BMIDE, ITK, SOA, and REST APIs.
• Proficiency in Java, C++, JavaScript/TypeScript, and associated development tooling.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, configuration, and customization activities within Teamcenter (UA, RAC, Active Workspace).
• Design, implement, and maintain Teamcenter extensions, including server‑side customizations, workflows, BMIDE configurations, and client‑side enhancements.
• Integrate Teamcenter with enterprise systems such as ERP, MES, CAD, and identity management tools.
• Troubleshoot complex PLM issues and drive root‑cause analysis and long‑term solution design.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to define PLM requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Support Teamcenter upgrades, migrations, data model changes, and performance improvements.
• Develop documentation, technical specifications, and test plans for delivered features.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to PLM architecture strategy and roadmaps.

Skills

Teamcenter

Data modeling

Workflows

BMIDE

ITK

SOA

REST APIs

Java

C++

JavaScript/TypeScript

Active Workspace

SAP integration

Oracle integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Active Workspace

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Details

New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.

Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.

We are seeking an experienced Siemens Teamcenter Developer to lead the design, development, customization, and integration of advanced PLM solutions. The ideal candidate has deep hands‐on expertise with Teamcenter architecture, configuration, and extensions, and can partner closely with engineering, IT, and program teams to deliver robust, scalable PLM capabilities supporting mission‑critical work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development, configuration, and customization activities within Teamcenter (UA, RAC, Active Workspace).
• Design, implement, and maintain Teamcenter extensions, including server‑side customizations, workflows, BMIDE configurations, and client‑side enhancements.
• Integrate Teamcenter with enterprise systems such as ERP, MES, CAD, and identity management tools.
• Troubleshoot complex PLM issues and drive root‑cause analysis and long‑term solution design.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to define PLM requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Support Teamcenter upgrades, migrations, data model changes, and performance improvements.
• Develop documentation, technical specifications, and test plans for delivered features.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to PLM architecture strategy and roadmaps.

Required Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field with 9 years of hands‑on experience developing and customizing Teamcenter; or a master’s degree with 7 years of related experience.
• Strong command of Teamcenter modules, data modeling, workflows, BMIDE, ITK, SOA, and REST APIs.
• Proficiency in Java, C++, JavaScript/TypeScript, and associated development tooling.
• Experience with Active Workspace configuration and customization.
• Demonstrated expertise integrating Teamcenter with enterprise systems (SAP, Oracle, CAD tools).
• Solid understanding of PLM processes including configuration management, change management, MBSE, and digital thread concepts.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex technical challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in aerospace, defense, or highly regulated engineering environments.
• Familiarity with CAD integrations (NX, SolidWorks, Altium).
• Experience with DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, containerization, and modern deployment methods.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices within enterprise applications.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to operate independently and drive technical decision‑making.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Proven leadership in technical mentorship and solution ownership.

JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work‑life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date.

For further benefits information click Benefits and Perks

The typical full time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California.

$172,432 - $221,936

JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law.

In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. Due to rules imposed by NASA, JPL will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here.