Software Engineer
The Studio
BREAKFAST is a world-renowned art studio with a reputation for conceiving and producing some of the most high-tech, connected artworks in the world. BREAKFAST’s pieces can be found in various museums, lobbies, stadiums, private collections, and public spaces all around the globe.
Our 50+ works have all been created by a group of 10 or less full-time employees. In this role you will be working closely within a cross functional team or designers and engineers to develop some of the largest mechatronic art installations in the world.
The Role
BREAKFAST is seeking a skilled software engineer who will help the studio in creating our next-generation pieces, pushing our systems to be more advanced and groundbreaking than ever before. It is a truly unique and one-of-a-kind role.
You will be working closely with our Senior Software Engineer on a cross-discipline team including software, mechanical, and electrical engineers. You'll work closely with the whole team to develop the software that controls thousands of motors and mechanical parts and turns them into magnificent sculptures to be seen and experienced by millions. We’re a small team with a lot of variety in our work, so you’ll have the opportunity to shape your own role depending on your experience and interests.
This is an onsite, full time role in Brooklyn, NY. We are currently building out a 9000 square foot space in the Navy Yard that we're moving to in the new year. Fit for development of some artwork of truly epic proportions!
Responsibilities
- Design, implementation, and maintenance of control software (both backend and frontend) for BREAKFAST’s kinetic sculptures
- Design and implementation of internal debugging tools and automated test software
- On-call support when field work such as sculpture installs occur
- Participate in design reviews, development, and documentation of functionality
Experience and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience writing and supporting code that runs in production
- Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable using distributed version control software (we use Git)
- Command of more than one programming language (we use Python, C, C++, and HTML/CSS/JS)
- Strong understanding of web technologies (HTML, Javascript, CSS) and the protocols around them (HTTPS, TCP/IP, etc.)
- Comfortable with Linux systems and working with the command line
Nice to Haves
- Experience working with electronics and embedded systems (even Arduino!), or a desire to learn
- Scientific computing experience (MATLAB, Numpy, etc.)
- 3D graphics (especially VR) programming experience
- Strong web frontend skills (we use React for our user interface work)
Benefits and Compensation
- Work at a studio unlike any other in the world and have the opportunity to make a real impact.
- Fun, creative, and challenging work environment. Everyone learns something new every day.
- Competitive salary.
- Option to work remotely with in-studio time when necessary.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- We encourage employees to take as much vacation they feel is appropriate, necessary, and/or desired. There is no theoretical cap, as long as goals are being met.
- Summer Fridays.
- Various weekly and annual activities to encourage a healthy culture.
We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the criteria but feel like you would be a strong candidate.