Software Engineer – WHERENESS

About ACTUAL Inc.

ACTUAL Inc. is a Kyoto-based company specializing in spatial presentation, cultural documentation, and immersive digital experiences. The company provides WHERENESS, a 360-degree spatial cataloging platform that enables the recording, preservation, and sharing of cultural and artistic spaces. ACTUAL aims to bridge the real and virtual worlds, designing experiences that enhance our engagement with physical and digital spaces.

ACTUAL Inc. - Capturing and sharing culture through immersive spatial experiences.

 

About WHERENESS

WHERENESS is a pioneering project dedicated to transforming how cultural heritage and art collections are archived, presented, and experienced. By leveraging AI-driven visualization, advanced digital collection management, and immersive technologies, we empower museums, collectors, and institutions to digitize and share their collections seamlessly. Our mission is to democratize access to cultural assets while ensuring their long-term preservation and global accessibility.

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge tools that redefine how artworks and cultural artifacts are documented, visualized, and shared worldwide. If you’re passionate about bridging technology and the arts, we’d love to hear from you!

WHERENESS - 360° Spatial Catalog

WHERENESS: Share Your Spaces - Radiance Fields

 

Role & Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer at WHERENESS, you will:

• Develop and optimize WHERENESS’s digital collection platform, ensuring seamless integration of 3D visualization, AI-driven metadata tagging, and cloud-based archival solutions.
• Build a scalable and user-friendly web & mobile application that allows curators, collectors, and conservators to digitize and manage their collections effortlessly.
• Implement AI and machine learning features for artwork recognition, metadata extraction, and personalized digital experiences.
• Work with 3D graphics and visualization technologies, optimizing rendering and asset management for high-performance user experiences.
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, museum professionals, and researchers to ensure the platform meets the needs of art institutions and collectors.
• Ensure data security and integrity, particularly in handling high-value digital art assets, provenance data, and archival materials.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies in AI, 3D visualization, and cloud computing to continuously improve our products.

 

List of Skills

Front-End Development

• Experience developing web applications using React.
• Proficiency in TypeScript for robust and scalable front-end development.
• Experience with three.js and/or WebXR for immersive 3D visualization.

 

Back-End Development

• Strong experience in AWS infrastructure construction and operation.
• Proficiency in PostgreSQL for managing structured data efficiently.
• Expertise in GraphQL API design and implementation.

 

Other Technical Skills

• Experience with containerization using Docker for efficient deployment.
• Keen interest in AI development and its application in digital cultural preservation.
• A passion for arts and culture—art lovers are highly encouraged to apply!

 

Persona

• Mindset to actively find tasks and proceed the project.
• Able to communicate proactively with the team members.

 

What We Offer

• A pioneering role in shaping the future of digital cultural preservation.
• Cutting-edge technology and research opportunities in AI, 3D visualization, and digital humanities.
• An international and mission-driven team dedicated to innovation in art and technology.

 

Salary

• Negotiable