Software Engineer

Edge of Elsewhere; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Midnight Mansion is seeking a full-time, in-person software developer for our flagship venue in Needham, MA. You will design and implement front-end systems using React and TypeScript, and work with hardware like Arduino/Raspberry Pi as needed.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of experience with React/TypeScript/Node.js, comfort with distributed systems, and a passion for immersive location-based entertainment. This role is on-site with flexible hours and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Must commute to Needham, MA studio (and Somerville, MA occasionally).
• 2+ years of experience with React/TypeScript/Node.js.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Enthusiasm for location-based entertainment.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing user-friendly front-end systems.
• Working in distributed and concurrent systems.
• Prototyping and testing puzzles, props, and interactions with the public.

Skills

React

TypeScript

Node.js

Location-based entertainment

Tools

C++

Git

Microcontroller / SBC

CI/CD

Figma

Job description

Midnight Mansion’s mission is to bring more delight into the world. We design, engineer, fabricate, and install immersive, in-person experiences - building anything from special exhibits to interactive pieces that blend creative technology, mechanical systems, lighting and sound, and special effects. From early prototypes to final install, we manage the full build and bring ambitious ideas into the real world.

The Role

This position will involve writing and designing software for our flagship in-person venue. The role is full-time and in-person.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Designing and implementing user-friendly front-end systems
• Working in distributed and concurrent systems
• Assisting with prototyping and testing puzzles, props, and interactions with members of the public

Who We’re Looking For

• You’re excited by immersive entertainment
• You are experienced with React and TypeScript
• You feel comfortable installing software on Arduino and Raspberry Pis
• You take ownership of tasks, working holistically and proactively to see them through
• You make decisions quickly and problem-solve when a choice isn’t working
• You notice what needs doing and take the initiative to figure out a solutionli>You don’t let questions linger and seek answers from multiple sources

Qualifications - Must Haves

• Ability to commute to our studio in Needham, MA and occasionally Somerville, MA
• 2+ years of experience
• React / TypeScript / Node.js
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; we are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas at this time
• Enthusiasm for location-based entertainment :)

Nice to Haves

• C++
• Git or similar version control
• Microcontroller / single-board computer experience, such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or Odroid
• TurboRepo / Yarn Workspaces
• CouchDB
• CI/CD pipelines
• Graphic design experience / Adobe Illustrator / Figma

Compensation & Benefits

• $70,000 - $120,000 a year, commensurate with experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 12 recognized holidays
• Highly flexible work hours
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• And more!