Senior Staff Software Engineer

Sr. Principal Software Engineer – PlatformLocation: San Ramon, CA (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)Role OverviewWe are seeking an exceptional Sr. Principal Software Engineer – Platform Engineering to play a key role in evolving and scaling our platform ecosystem. In this role, you will work hands-on to design, build, and improve core platform services while contributing to the technical direction and modernization of our platform architecture.You will partner closely with engineering teams to deliver high-impact platform capabilities, improve system performance and reliability, and enable broader platform adoption. While contributing to architecture decisions, this role is focused on execution, implementation, and technical depth, rather than pure architecture ownership.This position requires a deeply hands-on engineer with strong Java and Groovy experience, solid exposure to data platforms (Snowflake, PostgreSQL), and a track record of building scalable distributed systems.Key ResponsibilitiesPlatform Engineering & DevelopmentDesign and build scalable, high-performance platform services and shared componentsContribute to the evolution of the platform architecture through hands-on development and system designDevelop and maintain Java-based microservices, APIs, and backend systemsWrite high-quality, production-grade code with a focus on reliability, scalability, and maintainabilityDebug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex production issuesPlatform Evolution & ModernizationAssess existing systems and contribute to improvements in architecture, performance, and developer experienceHelp reduce technical debt and improve system health through incremental modernization effortsImplement best practices across service design, data modeling, and platform reliabilityData Platform ContributionsDesign and implement PostgreSQL data models optimized for transactional use casesSupport development of Snowflake data models, schemas, and pipelinesApply best-practice data modeling techniques:Normalization and relational modelingDimensional models (star schema concepts where applicable)Platform Adoption & EnablementBuild reusable services and frameworks that improve developer velocity and platform consistencyWork with application teams to integrate and adopt platform capabilitiesContribute to documentation, examples, and reference implementations that simplify adoptionTechnical LeadershipProvide technical guidance to engineers through code reviews and design discussionsMentor engineers and help elevate overall technical quality across teamsInfluence architecture through implementation and delivery, not just design artifactsRequired Qualifications12+ years of professional software engineering experienceStrong hands-on experience with:Java (core Java, concurrency, distributed systems)Groovy (or exposure via Gradle or similar ecosystems)Deep experience building:Microservices and distributed systemsREST APIs and backend servicesStrong experience with Spring Framework and modern Java ecosystemsExperience working with:PostgreSQL or similar relational databasesSnowflake or modern data platform technologies (preferred, not exclusive)Strong understanding of:Cloud-native architectures (AWS preferred)Containerized systems and modern DevOps practicesExperience designing and operating large-scale, production systemsPreferred QualificationsExperience building or supporting data platforms, pipelines, or analytics systemsFamiliarity with event-driven systems and streaming architecturesExperience with AI/ML or GenAI-enabled systems and workflowsExposure to graph databases (Neo4j, Neptune) or complex relationship modelingExperience improving engineering productivity through automation and developer toolingWhat Success Looks LikeYou consistently deliver high-quality, scalable platform codeYou help improve platform reliability, performance, and usabilityYou enable other teams to build faster through reusable, well-designed servicesYou influence system direction through practical, effective engineering decisionsKey TraitsStrong hands-on builder mindsetAbility to operate at depth in complex systemsPragmatic and solutions-orientedStrong collaborator across engineering teamsPTC carefully considers a wide variety of factors when determining compensation. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is between $166,500 - 250,000. 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. Additionally, candidates may be eligible for a performance-based bonus. Employees also have the opportunity to become a PTC shareholder through our employee share purchase program (ESPP), which allows for the purchase of discounted PTC stock. Certain roles may also be eligible for participation in our equity programs. Employees may be eligible for 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, if you are an office-assigned employee, a generous commuter subsidy. All total rewards and benefits programs are subject to applicable plan eligibility and other terms and conditions. For more information about PTC's comprehensive benefits, please visit our Careers Page.At PTC, we believe in the power of diverse ideas and perspectives. As a global company that values and respects all identities, cultures, and perspectives, we strive to create an inclusive PTC for ALL through an environment where everyone feels like they belong and are empowered to bring their true, authentic selves to work. Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and hire without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. 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