Development Lead

About us

Museum of Illusions is the world's largest and fastest-growing museum chain with 70 locations in 28 countries, and big plans for further expansion. Our original concept was launched in 2015 and quickly became a recognizable global brand and leading attraction in each city where it was launched.

Our young and motivated team is rapidly growing, and we invite you to join us in our mission to bring interactive, immersive, and fun experiences to everyone eager to have their mind blown.

We are looking for a Development Lead to join our team and play a key role in the development of museum exhibits, from initial prototype to final product. This role combines strong technical expertise with creativity, documentation excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.

• →Lead and directly contribute to the technical development of museum exhibits from concept validation and prototyping through final production and installation.
• →Take full ownership of technical execution, ensuring feasibility, quality standards, cost control, and timely delivery.
• →Develop, review, and approve technical documentation, including specifications, detailed drawings and manufacturing and assembly instructions.
• →Provide expert-level, hands-on technical guidance and resolve complex engineering challenges throughout the build process.
• →Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of technical developers, ensuring clarity of direction and high performance while remaining actively involved in day-to-day work.
• →Partner closely with Design and Production to translate creative vision into robust, buildable, and scalable technical solutions.
• →Drive continuous improvement of development standards, processes, and technical best practices.

• 3 - 5 years of experience in product development or a similar technical role
• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or Wood Technology
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. Fusion, Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar)
• Experience in preparing technical documentation
• Knowledge of structural strength calculations
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and good communication skills

• Experience working with wood-based panel materials
• CAM experience, including CNC milling machines
• Calculation and design of welded structures
• Additive manufacturing (3D printing)
• Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis

• Full-time salaried position with a bonus structure
• Supplementary and additional health insurance
• A young, vibrant and ambitious team to work with
• A fun, exciting and industry-leading concept to manage and develop in Zagreb
• Reimbursement of travel expenses and provision of the warm meal

If you don’t think you meet all the criteria but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas and have some interest and capabilities in others.

www.museumofillusions.com