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The Software Engineer, Desktop will own how the system behaves on desktop environments. Your work focuses on reliability, performance, and real-time behavior in production desktop applications. This position is 100% Remote.
MUST BE WILLING TO TAKE A 60 MINUTE CODING ASSESSMENT.
Software Engineer, Desktop Responsibilities:
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Build and maintain cross-platform desktop applications using Electron.
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Design responsive and scalable UIs for real-time collaboration.
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Implement desktop-specific functionality including file system access, native notifications, auto-updates, and deep linking.
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Integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered features (chat, agents, Artificial Intelligence (AI) assistance) via backend APIs.
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Optimize startup time, memory usage, and runtime performance.
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Profile and reduce Electron overhead.
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Manage large local state and message history efficiently.
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Ensure smooth real-time updates (messages, typing indicators, presence).
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Maintain stability across macOS and Windows environments., Looking to hire a Software Engineer, Desktop in San Francisco, CA or in other cities? Our IT recruiting agencies and staffing companies can help.
Requirements
Proven software engineering experience.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) experience required.
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Hands-on experience building production Electron applications.
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Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.
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Experience with React or similar UI frameworks.
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Solid understanding of the desktop application lifecycle.
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Experience with IPC communication.
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Experience working with local storage (SQLite, IndexedDB, filesystem).
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Experience with WebSockets or other real-time transport mechanisms.
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Strong debugging and performance profiling skills.
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Familiarity with native OS behaviors on macOS or Windows.
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Tech Stack: Electron, Node.js, NoSQL, SQL, and Typescript.
Benefits include medical insurance, Dental, Vision, Savings Plan Options, PTO, etc.
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