Remote Electron.js Developer (Windows OS Native App)

Description:

• We are seeking an experienced Electron.js Developer to lead the design and development of a Windows-native desktop application.
• The ideal candidate is a proactive, skilled developer who embraces AI-assisted coding and innovative methodologies to enhance productivity and maintain high-quality code.
• Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining desktop applications using Electron.js, implementing core features, functionalities, and user interfaces, and ensuring high code quality, performance, and reliability.
• The role involves integrating native Windows OS features such as file system access, registry interactions, and OS-level notifications, troubleshooting and debugging Windows-specific issues, and ensuring compliance with Windows OS design and performance guidelines.
• The developer will utilize AI-assisted coding tools to improve development efficiency and maintain high-quality code while staying updated with AI-driven development trends and best practices.
• Collaboration with designers, QA, and product managers is essential to establish optimal architecture and UI/UX, following best practices for packaging, signing, and updating Electron-based applications.
• The position requires optimizing application performance and resource usage, implementing security features to protect user data, and staying informed about emerging security threats and mitigation strategies.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 3+ years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• A minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience with Electron.js, including packaging, auto-updates, and native module integrations, is required.
• Experience with Node.js and the NPM/Yarn ecosystems is necessary.
• Candidates must have experience integrating system-level features on Windows, including APIs, Registry, and Windows Services.
• Previous use of AI-assisted coding tools or a strong willingness to adopt AI-driven development methods is essential.
• Desired skills include experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular, familiarity with build tools like Webpack and Babel, and proficiency in version control systems like Git, GitHub, or GitLab.
• Nice-to-have skills include experience building Windows-native libraries or modules (C++/C# integrations), familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps), understanding of Windows deployment processes and installers (MSI, Inno Setup, etc.), and knowledge of code signing and security best practices for Windows applications.
• Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in software development and at least 1+ year of hands-on experience with Electron.js or a similar desktop framework.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is preferred.

Benefits:

• This position offers the opportunity to work remotely with a U.S.-based company.
• Candidates from Mexico, Central, or South America are encouraged to apply.
• The role provides a chance to work with innovative technologies and methodologies in a dynamic environment.
• Employees will have the opportunity to enhance their skills in AI-assisted development and collaborate with top tech talent.