Job Description

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.

Introduction

The Lead Unreal Developer & Experiential Application Architect is responsible for designing and delivering interactive storytelling applications that power PTC’s Experiential Demo Platform (XDP). These applications translate complex product capabilities into engaging, intuitive experiences used by technical evangelists, sales teams, marketers in Experience Centers and at global events.

This role sits at the intersection of technical development, storytelling, and customer engagement—enabling audiences ranging from deep technical stakeholders to executive buyers to explore PTC’s solutions through immersive, real-time applications. The role combines hands-on Unreal Engine development with project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous innovation in experiential storytelling.

This position plays a critical role in scaling XDP as a standardized platform across demos, events, and customer engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Application Design & Development

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of interactive applications using Unreal Engine for XDP
• Build real-time, visually compelling experiences that combine 2D/3D assets, animations, and video content
• Translate complex product workflows and data flows into intuitive, story-driven interactive experiences
• Develop reusable frameworks and baseline projects for future demo scalability

Experiential Storytelling & Demo Enablement

• Design application flows that guide users through structured use cases and customer journeys
• Enable both high-level executive narratives and deeper technical exploration within the same application
• Continuously iterate on UI/UX to improve presenter and audience experience based on live feedback from events and Experience Centers
• Ensure applications clearly highlight key product value, including emerging capabilities such as AI features

Project Leadership & Execution

• Serve as project manager for XDP application development, coordinating resources, timelines, and deliverables
• Lead regular development stand-ups, track progress, and prioritize feature development and bug fixes
• Manage cross-functional collaboration across design, video production, engineering, and content teams
• Drive MVP definition and phased delivery while balancing technical complexity and delivery timelines

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve development efficiency and output quality
• Introduce new interaction models (e.g., physical props, sensor-driven inputs, touchscreen navigation) to enhance engagement
• Experiment with visual techniques (e.g., real-time rendering, color manipulation, animation systems) to optimize fidelity and performance

Event & Experience Deployment Support

• Support deployment and optimization of XDP applications across trade shows and Experience Centers
• Resolve usability, hardware, and performance issues observed in live environments (e.g., touchscreen responsiveness, visibility, playback control)
• Ensure applications are robust, adaptable, and capable of functioning across varying physical setups

Technical & Demo Development Skills

• Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine for real-time application development and rendering
• Experience with C++ and scripting for interactive systems and logic implementation
• Deep understanding of UI/UX design for interactive storytelling applications
• Ability to integrate 2D and 3D assets, animation systems, and video playback into cohesive experiences
• Experience building interactive navigation systems (e.g., story selection, data flow visualization, animation triggers)
• Familiarity with version control systems and development workflows (e.g., Git-based collaboration)
• Ability to optimize performance across hardware configurations used in Experience Centers and events
• Understanding of real-time graphics constraints and rendering trade-offs

Preferred Experience

• Experience developing interactive demo platforms or experiential marketing applications
• Background in game development, simulation, or real-time visualization
• Exposure to video production and editing workflows, including integration of video into interactive applications
• Familiarity with AI-driven content or highlighting AI capabilities within user experiences
• Experience working in cross-functional teams spanning engineering, design, and marketing
• Proven ability to operate as both hands-on developer and project lead
• Experience supporting live events, trade shows, or customer-facing demonstration environments
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to align technical implementation to business and storytelling goals

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.For more information about PTC’s comprehensive benefits and our AI usage, please visit our Careers Page (https://www.ptc.com/en/careers/united-states-careers). Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the opportunity is filled.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 TalentAcquisition@ptc.com. 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?

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