Junior Software Engineer (Frontend)

TL;DR

Junior Software Engineer (Frontend): Assisting in developing and maintaining frontend components for Arena's SaaS applications with an accent on UI implementation, code quality, and bug fixes. Focus on translating prototypes, writing unit tests, and participating in team design sessions.

Location: Hybrid (San Mateo, CA) - Ability to commute to the San Mateo office 2-3 days a week is required.

Salary: $72,000–$96,000 annually

Company

Arena, a hirify.global business, helps high-tech manufacturers and medical device companies build products that change the world with its cloud-based PLM and QMS software.

What you will do

• Assist in developing and maintaining frontend components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Implement UI changes based on design mockups and guidance from senior engineers.
• Translate prototypes into well-structured, maintainable code.
• Contribute to enhancements and bug fixes across 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.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience developing web applications (internship, coop, 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.

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.

Culture & Benefits

• Award-winning workplace with a strong work-life balance.
• Opportunities for team members to explore, learn, and grow.
• Eligible for a performance-based bonus and employee share purchase program (ESPP).
• Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and sick leave.
• Tuition reimbursement, 401(k) contributions and employer match, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Generous commuter subsidy for office-assigned employees.