Software Engineer, Desktop
Department: AI Engineering
Location: China
Employment Type: FullTime
About the Role
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.
Focus
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.
Ideal Experiences
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.
Tech Stack
Electron
Node.js
Typescript
SQl & noSQL
How We Work
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.
Interview process
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.
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