Software Engineer

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 systemsWorking in distributed and concurrent systemsAssisting with prototyping and testing puzzles, props, and interactions with members of the public Who We’re Looking For You're excited by immersive entertainmentYou are experienced with React and TypeScriptYou feel comfortable installing software on Arduino and Raspberry PisYou take ownership of tasks, working holistically and proactively to see them throughYou make decisions quickly and problem-solve when a choice isn’t workingYou notice what needs doing and take the initiative to figure out a solutionYou 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, MA2+ years of experienceReact / TypeScript / Node.jsApplicants 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 timeEnthusiasm for location-based entertainment :) Nice to Haves C++Git or similar version controlMicrocontroller / single-board computer experience, such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or OdroidTurboRepo / Yarn WorkspacesCouchDBCI/CD pipelinesGraphic design experience / Adobe Illustrator / Figma Compensation & Benefits $70,000 - $120,000 a year, commensurate with experiencePaid Time Off (PTO) plus 12 recognized holidaysHighly flexible work hoursMedical, vision, and dental coverageRetirement Savings Plan with employer matchAnd more! To Apply Send an email to careers@midnightmansion.com with the subject line Full-Stack Software Engineer Application. Please attach your résumé and share links to your portfolio, GitHub, or any other relevant work. Include a sentence or two about what you’re passionate about, along with any immersive experiences you’ve been to that you found especially exciting.