Software Engineer

About the Job

About Major League Table Tennis (MLTT): MLTT is the first professional table tennis league in the United States, and we’re building something fast, bold, and unlike anything the sport has seen. With a growing national footprint, high-energy events, and a passionate community, we’re on a mission to make table tennis a must-watch, must-play sport for millions.

About the Role: We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join the exciting MLTT Technology Team. You will play a critical role in developing and supporting modern software for MLTT match operations (Live Scoring system, player/team analytics and data storage), and our cutting edge ratings system SPINDEX.

You will be responsible for all aspects of software development, including requirements gathering, DevOps, support and quality assurance.

What You’ll Do:

• Coding: Writing quality and efficient Typescript code in a Next.js full-stack solution
• Designing: Creating full-stack architecture around a PostgreSQL database
• Build: Write clean, efficient TypeScript in ReactJs/NextJs and React Native full-stack/mobile environments
• Quality: Create and perform rigorous testing strategies to ensure a high quality codebase, while creating and maintaining unit tests
• Collaboration: Working with MLTT Technology Team and Stakeholders to understand the needs and requirements of our solutions
• Support: Responding with a sense of urgency to support issues, and being part of an On-Call rotation
• Deployment: Responsible for code deployments and DevOps procedures
• Travel to 5–8 events annually.
• Team Player: Providing technical support on-site and remotely during MLTT events, while also supporting other on-site needs beyond technical support

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or 4 years of relevant experience
• 4+ years of full-stack development in a Next.js Typescript solution or React Native mobile app framework
• 2+ Strong experience integrating with and maintaining PostgreSQL database
• 2+ Experience, deep understanding of DevOps practices and tools
• 2+ Experience with quality assurance, unit testing and quality driven development
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment and willingness to wear multiple hats and contribute beyond your job description
• Proficient in requirements gathering and stakeholder management
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• A link to your public GitHub or other code repository (or portfolio)
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience or background in sports, live events, or streaming industries a huge plus
• Understanding of data flows to broadcast software solutions (vMix, OBS, TriCaster)
• Experience using Expo EAS Workflows, PostgresSQL, Terraform and GitHub Actions
• Quality Assurance experience using Maestro, Playwright, Jest or other automated testing frameworks
• Extensive UI/UX design experience

Why This Role Matters:

You will play a critical role in driving high impact technology enhancements, helping to further MLTT’s missions. As we are quickly expanding the user base and features of our modern ratings system SPINDEX, your contributions will help table tennis players find and play competitive matches that affect their ratings at their local table tennis club, or at the table in their basement. You will see and feel the impact of your contributions alongside a team of enthusiastic and passionate people.

Why Join MLTT?

• Startup Energy, Big League Vision — We move fast, think big, and execute smart
• Build Something Historic — Help scale the first professional table tennis league in the U.S.
• See Your Impact — Own major campaigns and watch results unfold in real-time
• Collaborative Culture — Join a tight-knit team of creative problem-solvers
• National Platform — Influence fans from coast to coast and around the world
• Data-Rich Environment — Work with established analytics and attribution systems

Major League Table Tennis (MLTT), established in 2023 by software entrepreneur Flint Lane, is the pioneering professional table tennis league in the United States. Featuring eight teams from various cities across the nation, MLTT distinguishes itself with an innovative team-based format that showcases thrilling singles, doubles matches, and the unique Golden Game. Committed to elevating the sport, MLTT delivers an unparalleled experience for both fans and athletes, supporting top talent as they compete at the highest levels. Join the fastest-growing professional table tennis league in the U.S. and experience the action. Learn more at mltt.com.