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# Software Engineers

- **Company:** Next Step Systems
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Apple Mac Systems, Software Applications, Profiling, Collaborative Software, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, File Systems, Memory Management, Desktop Environments, Human-Computer Interaction, Node.Js, NoSQL, Software Engineering, SQLite, SQL Databases, TypeScript, WebSocket, ReactJS, Ios Frameworks, Electron (Programming Language), Offline Storage
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/69b98b27-068d-45b1-b31d-f344553e66df

## About the Role

Proven software engineering experience.

 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) experience required.

 - Hands-on experience building production Electron applications.

 - Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.

 - Experience with React or similar UI frameworks.

 - Solid understanding of the desktop application lifecycle.

 - Experience with IPC communication.

 - Experience working with local storage (SQLite, IndexedDB, filesystem).

 - Experience with WebSockets or other real-time transport mechanisms.

 - Strong debugging and performance profiling skills.

 - Familiarity with native OS behaviors on macOS or Windows.

 - Tech Stack: Electron, Node.js, NoSQL, SQL, and Typescript.

Benefits include medical insurance, Dental, Vision, Savings Plan Options, PTO, etc.

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## Description

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:

 - Build and maintain cross-platform desktop applications using Electron.

 - Design responsive and scalable UIs for real-time collaboration.

 - Implement desktop-specific functionality including file system access, native notifications, auto-updates, and deep linking.

 - Integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered features (chat, agents, Artificial Intelligence (AI) assistance) via backend APIs.

 - Optimize startup time, memory usage, and runtime performance.

 - Profile and reduce Electron overhead.

 - Manage large local state and message history efficiently.

 - Ensure smooth real-time updates (messages, typing indicators, presence).

 - 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.


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