Arena Software Engineer Intern
Posted on 11/23/2025

PTC
Compensation Overview
$32/hr
San Mateo, CA, USA
In Person
Our world is transforming, and PTC is leading the way. Our software brings the physical and digital worlds together, enabling companies to improve operations, create better products, and empower people in all aspects of their business.
Our people make all the difference in our success. Today, we are a global team of nearly 7,000 and our main objective is to create opportunities for our team members to explore, learn, and grow – all while seeing their ideas come to life and celebrating the differences that make us who we are and the work we do possible.
Your Impact: Asa Platform Engineering Intern, you will work on internal projects that improve the development process and productivity.You may also work on innovative projects that could have an impact on future features in the product.
Your Team: At Arena, a PTC Business, we help high tech manufacturers and medical device companies create products that change the world. Our cloud-based product lifecycle management (PLM) and quality management (QMS) software is used by leading product innovators like Nutanix, Bio-Rad, Sonos, Teleflex, and Citrix. Join our PTC family and you will thrive in an award-winning workplace that fosters a work-life balance.
Day-To-Day:
The position mostly involves backend development. We use Java/Scala mostly. Python is also used in some projects.
Document the project requirements and technical design
Develop, improve, andmaintaintools used by the engineering team
Develop, improve, andmaintainfeatures in the Arena PLM SaaS application
Work on new innovative initiatives
Participant in technical discussions onvarious topics
Required Skills and Knowledge
Proven ability to solve problems in high-pressure situations.
Strong communicationskills, both written and verbal.
Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge to new tasks or technologies.
Self-motivated, adaptable, and willing to embrace change.
Preferred Skills and Knowledge:
Basic knowledge of Java programming language and build tools, such as Apache Maven
Basic knowledge of Spring Boot and its components
PTC carefully considers a wide variety of factors when determining compensation. The anticipated average hourly rate for this position is $32/hour. This rate reflects a good-faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on a candidate's major, degree currently being pursued and location.
Life at PTC is about more than working with today’s most cutting-edge technologies to transform the physical world. It’s about showing up as you are and working alongside some of today’s most talented industry leaders to transform the world around you.
If you share our passion for problem-solving through innovation, you’ll likely become just as passionate about the PTC experience as we are. Are you ready to explore your next career move with us?
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