Software Engineer, Desktop

A1 is building a proactive AI system used daily across conversations, tools, and workflows.

You will own how this system behaves on desktop environments. Your work focuses on reliability, performance, and real-time behavior in production desktop applications.

• 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 AI-powered features (chat, agents, 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.

• Proven software engineering experience.

• 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.

• Electron

• Node.js

• Typescript

• SQl & noSQL

Our organization is very flat and our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering and product excellence. All members are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission.

If there appears to be a fit, we'll reach to schedule 3, but no more than 4 interviews.

Applications are evaluated by our technical team members. Interviews will be conducted via virtual meetings and/or onsite.

We value transparency and efficiency, so expect a prompt decision. If you've demonstrated the exceptional skills and mindset we're looking for, we'll extend an offer to join us. This isn't just a job offer; it's an invitation to be part of a team that's bringing AI to have practical benefits to billions globally.