PTC Logo

PTC

Principal System Operations Engineer

Reposted 19 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
118K-180K Annually
Expert/Leader
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
118K-180K Annually
Expert/Leader
The Principal System Operations Engineer will manage the deployment and monitoring of a global cloud service, focusing on automation, performance reliability, and infrastructure improvements while collaborating in a DevOps environment.
The summary above was generated by AI

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.  

Principal System Operations Engineer 

Hybrid- Seaport Boston, MA (2-3 days a week.)
 

Job Description 

Onshape (www.onshape.com), a PTC SaaS business, is developing a completely new Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and design data management platform for professional mechanical designers and engineers, delivered globally as SaaS. Think SolidWorks meets GitHub meets Google Docs. Our office is in the heart of Boston’s beautiful Seaport District.  

PTC seeks an experienced Principal System Operations Engineer/Developer to contribute to the deployment, expansion, and monitoring of our global cloud service. You will work on our one-of-a-kind 3D collaborative CAD application with cutting-edge cloud, web, and mobile technologies with responsibilities for building, operating and scaling our global CAD and data management service. Use your Linux systems and operations skills to design and implement new automation, ensure reliable performance, and maintain security for the next generation of 3D-designed products. 

Successful candidates will be self-motivated and hands-on with the ability to dig into the code and help improve our deployment infrastructure. The candidate will be integral to creating a “low touch” automated environment and work closely with teammates to implement and refine new techniques for deploying and monitoring the infrastructure. Qualified candidates should have a background in Operations, DevOps, QA, or Support. 

Are you up for 

  • Not just doing the work, but teaching others and explaining the “why” behind technical decisions 

  • Looking for places you can improve the service and not just take direction 

  • Not being afraid to roll up your sleeves and dig into the logs 

  • Constantly thinking about system robustness, stability, and scalability 

Daily aspects of the role 

  • Work to complete stories and fix bugs on a 3-week Agile style release process using a CI/CD pipeline 

  • Review logs to debug issues with deployed, globally distributed environments 

  • Take ownership of new solutions, ideas, assignments, action items, and issues, and drive them to completion 

  • On-call rotation on average 1 week at a time every two months 

 

Preferred Skills/Experience 

  • US Citizenship or Green Card is required due to ITAR requirements.

  • Ability to commute to the Seaport Boston office 2-3 days a week.  

  • 10+ years in a highly technical, hands-on operations / DevOps / support / QA role 

  • Experience with large AWS, Azure, or GCP environments is strongly recommended 

  • Strong experience with administering and deploying on Linux systems 

  • Experience with automated deployment and monitoring tools like Puppet and Ansible. 

  • Experience with automated Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform, Cloudformation, etc 

  • Experience with backend databases like MongoDB or Elasticsearch is a plus 

  • Experience supporting Java applications a plus 

  • Python or bash scripting a plus 

Basic Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, engineering, science, or equivalent experience 

PTC carefully considers a wide variety of factors when determining compensation. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is between $118,000 - 180,000. 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.  

Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis.   

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. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

PTC endeavors to make ptc.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact PTC's Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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?

We respect the privacy rights of individuals and are committed to handling Personal Information responsibly and in accordance with all applicable privacy and data protection laws. Review our Privacy Policy here."

HQ

PTC Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office

121 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA, United States, 02210

Similar Jobs

3 Hours Ago
Remote or Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
157K-245K Annually
Senior level
157K-245K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Cloud • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Software
The Technical Program Manager will oversee Nexthink's FedRAMP compliance initiatives, coordinate across departments, and manage external relationships to ensure effective program execution and documentation.
Top Skills: Cloud GovernanceFedrampIso 27001Nist 800-53SaaSSoc 2
3 Hours Ago
Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
77K-202K Annually
Junior
77K-202K Annually
Junior
Artificial Intelligence • Professional Services • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Cybersecurity • Generative AI
As a Senior Associate in Delivery Excellence, you will develop software solutions, manage client relationships, and leverage technical skills for digital transformation.
Top Skills: Ci/CdJavaScriptKotlinPython
3 Hours Ago
Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
99K-232K Annually
Senior level
99K-232K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Professional Services • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Cybersecurity • Generative AI
As a Strategy & Operations Manager at PwC, you'll guide clients in optimizing operations and developing strategic plans, while leading teams and mentoring staff to achieve quality results.
Top Skills: Data AnalysisOperations StrategyProject ManagementSupply Chain Management

What you need to know about the Boston Tech Scene

Boston is a powerhouse for technology innovation thanks to world-class research universities like MIT and Harvard and a robust pipeline of venture capital investment. Host to the first telephone call and one of the first general-purpose computers ever put into use, Boston is now a hub for biotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence — though it’s also home to several B2B software giants. So it’s no surprise that the city consistently ranks among the greatest startup ecosystems in the world.

Key Facts About Boston Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 269,000; 9.4% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Toast, Klaviyo, HubSpot, DraftKings
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, software, aerospace
  • Funding Landscape: $15.7 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Summit Partners, Volition Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, MassVentures, Highland Capital Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: MIT, Harvard University, Boston College, Tufts University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, National Bureau of Economic Research, Broad Institute, Lowell Center for Space Science & Technology, National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account