**This role is located in Somerville, MA - We are a hybrid work environment and are in the office 3+ days/per week.**
Tulip, the leader in frontline operations, is helping companies around the world equip their workforce with connected apps, leading to higher quality work, improved efficiency, and end-to-end traceability across operations. Companies of all sizes and across industries have implemented composable solutions with Tulip’s cloud-native, no-code platform to solve some of the most pressing challenges in operations: error-proofing processes and boosting productivity, capturing and analyzing real-time data, and continuous improvement.
A spinoff out of MIT, Tulip is headquartered in Somerville, MA, with offices in Germany and Hungary. Focused on composable, human-centric solutions for industrial environments, Tulip is disrupting the MES category and has been recognized as a World Economic Forum Global Innovator. Tulip has also been named one of Energage’s Top Workplaces USA and one of Built In Boston’s “Best Places to Work” and “Best Midsize Places to Work” for 2024.
About You:
- You're a builder at heart, someone who thrives on pushing product forward and delighting users.
- You love learning new things and are a collaborative team player, whether working independently or as part of a group.
- You have a product mindset and an empathy for the end user.
- You love a good challenge and learning new things.
- You are comfortable moving around a large technology stack to understand how those features work and contribute to different parts of the platform.
What skills do I need?
- 5-7+ years of software engineering experience, ideally at a SaaS enterprise software company.
- Strong proficiency in TypeScript is required.
- Familiarity with API design and integration (RESTful services).
- Proficiency in unit testing, integration testing, and debugging practices.
- Works well both as an individual and as part of a team.
Nice to Have:
- Familiarity with our tech stack - including React, Redux, Node.js, Golang, Elixir, Electron, MongoDB, Postgres, and Docker.
- Experience with machine tools and/or manufacturing industry.
- Background working in startups.
- Understanding of database design principles and optimization.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Write and maintain clean, high-quality, and efficient code that aligns with project specifications.
- Execute comprehensive testing and seamless deployment of programs and systems.
- Communicate technical information clearly and effectively with fellow team members.
- Partner with developers to collaboratively design and refine software algorithms and flowcharts.
- Successfully integrate various software components and external third-party programs.
- Proactively troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing software solutions.
- Collect and analyze user feedback to inform product evolution.
- Propose and implement strategic improvements to our software.
- Develop and maintain thorough technical documentation for internal reference and reporting.
Key Collaborators:
- Engineering
- Product Design
- Product Management
Working At Tulip:
We know even great candidates experience imposter syndrome. Even if you don’t match every requirement, applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.
We're building a strong, diverse team that values hard work, families, and personal well-being. Here are some of the benefits of working with us:
- Direct impact on product and culture.
- Company equity.
- Competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Commuter Benefits, Parental Leave, and 401(K).
- Flexible work schedule and unlimited vacation policy.
- Virtual company events and happy hours.
- Fitness subsidies.
We are an equal opportunity employer. At Tulip, we celebrate all and are committed to building an inclusive community that will transform frontline operations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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.
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Tulip Somerville, Massachusetts, USA Office

Our newly renovated office, which used to be a Ford manufacturing plant, is located in Assembly Square, a hive of tech activity, restaurants, bars, and shops off of the Assembly T stop along the Orange Line.
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