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Creative Technologist I

Department: Creative Services
Reports To: VP of Creative Services
Office Location: Wixom, MI

Who We Are

Bluewater Technologies Group, Inc., founded in 1985, is the only woman-owned business of its kind, bringing together multiple industry-leading teams under one roof. Our mission is simple: unlock the potential of spaces. That potential might mean helping organizations communicate more clearly, operate more efficiently, or even monetize their environments in new ways. From large-scale events and brand activations to workplace environments and permanent installations, we transform spaces into places that connect, inspire, and perform.

At Bluewater, you’ll find planners, makers, and innovators working side by side—blending creativity, technology, and strategy to deliver experiences that matter. Rooted in our EPIC values (Excellence, Passion, Integrity, Collaboration— and Fun!), we’re driven by a shared purpose: to make people smile.

Role Summary

The Creative Technologist I is a hybrid strategic and hands-on technical role responsible for translating client vision into executable reality. This role operates at the intersection of client communication, systems design, software development, physical integration, and live deployment.

The Creative Technologist works from pre-sales through launch, ensuring that experiential concepts are technically sound, properly scoped, and successfully executed. They serve as the primary technical voice in client discussions while also guiding internal teams through implementation.

This role blends solution architecture, systems thinking, prototyping, QA oversight, and technical problem-solving across digital and physical domains.

The Creative Technologist ensures that what we imagine can actually be built, and that what we build works flawlessly.

Key Responsibilities

1. Client-Facing Technical Leadership

• Participate in discovery and pre-sales conversations to evaluate technical feasibility and risk.
• Translate clientobjectivesinto technical strategies and high-level systemarchitectures.
• Evaluatescopechanges in real time and advise on technical, budget, and timeline implications.
• Act as a technical liaison so clientsand project managerscan focus on outcomes instead of engineering details.
• Partner with Sales and Project Management to ensureaccuratetechnical scoping and estimation.

2. Technical Architecture & Systems Integration

• Design high-level system architectures for experiential activations (software, hardware, AV, fabrication integration).
• Ensure technical decisions align with budget, timeline, and operational constraints.
• Define integration requirements across:

• Software platforms
• Physical computing and electronics
• Fabrication and scenic elements
• AV systems
• Network infrastructure
• DevOps and deployment environments

• Identifytechnical risks early and propose mitigation strategies.

3. Execution & Hands-On Technical Contribution

• Contribute directly to development, prototyping, orelectronicsintegration as needed.
• Oversee technical QA processes for software and creative deliverables.
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and fabricators to refine implementation details.
• Lead or support electronics prototyping and technology integration into fabricated elements.
• Support live event execution and technical troubleshooting whenrequired.

4. DevOps & Operational Readiness

• Guidedeployment strategies and infrastructure planning.
• Ensure systems are stable, secure, and maintainable.
• Support documentation of technical systems for long-term support
• Guide /participateintesting processes to ensure final deliveryistechnically sound andproduction-ready.

5. Internal Alignment & Communication

• Translate technical updates into actionable internal tasks.
• Work with Project Managers to align technical requirements with scope and budget.
• Help define technical workstreams and resource requirements.
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource across the creative and software teams.

What Success Looks Like

• Projects are scoped accurately with minimal technical surprises.
• Clients trust our technical leadership.
• Scope changes are evaluated quickly and clearly.
• Deployments are stable and well-tested.
• Creative ambition is supported — not limited — by technical capability.
• The gap between concept and execution continues to shrink.

How the role supports business development activities

• Creative Technologist’s play a key role in ensuring that our deliverables are technically sounds while meeting or exceeding quality standards, supporting Bluewater’s position as a go toagencyin the technologyintegrationand Experiential markets.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience across software development, systems integration, or technical architecture.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in experiential, themed entertainment, live events, or interactive environments.
• Hands-on capability in at least one technical domain (software development, electronics, AV systems, fabrication integration, etc.).
• Systems thinking mindset,able to see how components interact across digital and physical layers.
• Experience with testing methodologies and deployment workflows.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and evolving project environments.

Why Join Us

• Support flagship A/V projects that define client experiences and drive company growth.
• Be part of an innovative, growth-focused culture that prioritizes continuous improvement and partnership between Operations and Sales.
• Play a strategic role in strengthening collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence across the organization.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing support forcertificationsand leadership development.
• Thrive in a collaborative, People-Centric culture built on our EPIC values: Excellence, Passion, Integrity, and Collaboration - while Having Fun!
• Enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid work policy, with a balance of in-office collaboration and work-from-home days designed to support productivity, teamwork, and work-life balance.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic physical stances and actions (sitting, standing, walking)
• Substantial movement of hands, wrists, and fingers for typing, filing, and writing
• Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, andlifting upto 50 lbs. – proper lifting techniquerequired
• Ability to sit in a stationary position for extended periods while using computer

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Leadership reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary to meet business needs. All employment at Bluewater Technologies Group, Inc. is at-will and subject to company policies and procedures.

Apply today to join Bluewater Technologies and help us create memorable experiences that leave a lasting impression!

Bluewater Technologies Group, Inc. is a woman-owned business that is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming company culture. We do not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their gender, gender identity, race, disability status, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, education, religion, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. We are committed to building a work environment where everyone’s thoughts, ideas, and perspectives matter, while ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly, have access to the same opportunities, and are given the resources they need to succeed in their job, regardless of their background.