About arenaflex
arenaflex is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, arenaflex delivers the toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers and major programs across the Department of Defense trust arenaflex's solutions to deliver vehicle intelligence. arenaflex services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor, MI, London, Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo.
At arenaflex, we are pioneering the future of autonomous vehicle technology. Our mission is to make AI-driven machines a safe, reliable, and accessible reality across industries. We believe that the work we do today will fundamentally transform how people live, work, and move throughout the world. Join us in shaping the future of transportation and autonomy.
We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their arenaflex office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments.
About the Role
We're looking for a talented and passionate full-stack Software Engineer to join our Application Engineering team and elevate the user experience across our public-facing website, blog, and other customer-facing portals. This is a high-impact and highly visible role, focused on elevating the end-to-end user experience across our digital products. You'll play a key part in shaping how users interact with and perceive our platform, ensuring our communication, design, and functionality align to deliver a seamless, intuitive, and engaging experience.
In this role, you'll work closely with cross-functional partners in Engineering and Design to build fast, responsive, and elegant web experiences. A key responsibility will be revamping our customer portal and technical manual, ensuring it's intuitive, scalable, and supports both self-service and high-touch user journeys. You'll be instrumental in transforming how our customers engage with our products and services, creating experiences that set the standard for excellence in the autonomy industry.
What You'll Do at arenaflex
As a Full Stack Software Engineer on our Application Engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the digital experiences that represent arenaflex to the world. Your work will directly impact how customers, partners, and potential employees perceive and interact with our company. Here's what you can expect to do:
- Use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build intuitive, user-friendly customer portals and deliver new features that enhance functionality and engagement across all our digital properties
- Take Figma design files and convert them into responsive, pixel-perfect websites that work seamlessly across browsers, devices, and screen sizes
- Test, maintain, and continuously improve our websites; troubleshoot technical issues related to delivering exceptional user experiences
- Implement custom code in other digital properties and enable sophisticated user engagement workflows, such as improving product documentation search functionality and creating intuitive navigation systems
- Work across the full stack, including frontend development, backend architecture, data management, and cloud and edge infrastructure
- Possess and apply a fundamental grasp of web user experience goals for site visitors, ensuring every interaction meets their needs and exceeds their expectations
- Enable robust analytics and measurement frameworks across site experiences to drive data-informed decisions
- Implement SEO best practices to ensure our digital presence is discoverable and ranks well in search results
- Develop and maintain our internal content distribution platform, enabling teams to efficiently deliver content to customers
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, content creators, and other engineers to deliver cohesive digital experiences
- Participate in code reviews, contribute to technical documentation, and mentor junior team members
- Stay current with emerging web technologies, frameworks, and best practices to keep our digital properties at the forefront of innovation
We're Looking For Someone Who Has
We seeking a candidate who brings a strong technical foundation and a passion for creating exceptional web experiences. The ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or equivalent practical experience)
- 2+ years of professional web development experience building and maintaining complex web applications
- Full stack coding proficiency spanning shell scripting, JavaScript, Python, and C/C++
- Strong JavaScript, HTML, and CSS skills with demonstrated experience building responsive sites across a variety of browsers and devices
- Mastery of web standards, cross-browser compatibility, accessibility (WCAG guidelines), and SEO best practices
- Strong QA mindset with exceptional attention to detail and an appreciation for design and user experience
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Experience with version control systems, particularly Git
- Understanding of web performance optimization techniques
Nice to Have
While not required, the following experience or skills would be valuable in this role:
- Experience working on a variety of areas ranging from systems programming, backend infrastructure, to full stack applications
- Familiarity with Git or other version control software and collaborative development workflows
- Familiarity with React, Angular, Vue.js, or other industry-leading JavaScript frameworks
- Experience with headless CMS platforms and API-driven content management
- Knowledge of content delivery networks (CDNs) and edge computing
- Background in creating accessible web experiences following WCAG 2.1 guidelines
- Experience with analytics platforms such as Google Analytics, Mixpanel, or Amplitude
- Understanding of modern CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows
- Experience in the automotive, autonomy, or robotics industries
Skills and Competencies Required for Success
To thrive in this role at arenaflex, you should possess a unique blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills. We value candidates who demonstrate:
- Technical Excellence: Strong foundation in web technologies with the ability to write clean, maintainable, and performant code
- User-Centered Thinking: Deep understanding of how users interact with digital products and the ability to translate that understanding into technical solutions
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to your work, ensuring every pixel and every interaction is polished and functional
- Adaptability: Ability to quickly learn new technologies, frameworks, and methodologies as the industry evolves
- Collaboration: Strong team player who can work effectively with designers, product managers, and other engineers
- Problem Solving: Analytical mindset with the ability to debug complex issues and find elegant solutions
- Communication: Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At arenaflex, we invest heavily in the growth and development of our team members. This role offers exceptional opportunities for professional advancement and skill development:
- Work on cutting-edge projects at the intersection of AI, autonomy, and web technology
- Collaborate with industry experts and learn from some of the brightest minds in the autonomy sector
- Gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and development approaches across the full stack
- Develop expertise in building scalable, high-performance web applications
- Contribute to products that are transforming industries and making a real-world impact
- Access to internal training programs, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions
- Mentorship opportunities from senior engineers and technical leaders
- Clear career progression paths within the engineering organization
- Opportunity to work on cross-functional projects and expand your skill set beyond your core expertise
Autonomy is one of the leading technological advances of this century that will come to impact our lives. The work you'll do at arenaflex will meaningfully accelerate the efforts of the top autonomy teams in the world. At arenaflex, you will have a unique perspective on the development of cutting-edge technology while working with major players across the industry and the globe.
Work Environment and Company Culture
At arenaflex, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. We believe that the best work happens when talented people come together to solve challenging problems. Our work environment is characterized by:
- Innovation-Focused: We encourage experimentation and creative problem-solving, valuing new ideas from every team member
- Collaborative Spirit: Cross-functional collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, with open communication and shared goals
- Impact-Driven: Our work has real-world consequences, and we take pride in contributing to safer, more efficient autonomous systems
- Inclusive Community: We value diverse perspectives and create an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to contribute
- Continuous Learning: We support ongoing education and professional development through various programs and resources
- Work-Life Balance: While we are an in-office company with a standard 5-day work week, we trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly and offer flexibility when needed
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
arenaflex offers competitive compensation packages designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent. Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Competitive base salary ($100,000 – $140,000 USD annually, based on location and experience)
- Equity compensation in the form of stock options and/or restricted stock units
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Learning and wellness stipends to support your professional development and personal well-being
- Generous paid time off policy
- Access to state-of-the-art office facilities and equipment
- Regular team building events and company gatherings
Note: Benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment. Compensation ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by experience, credentials, certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.
Join Us
Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at arenaflex. We value potential and passion alongside experience, and we believe in giving talented individuals the opportunity to grow and contribute.
arenaflex is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.
We look forward to receiving your application and learning how you can contribute to our mission of accelerating the adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Join arenaflex and be part of something truly transformative.