Staff Engineer, Desktop Platform (Electron) — Cross‑Platform Leader

Postman; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Flexible PTO

Wellness reimbursement

Monthly lunch stipend

Team-building events

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Staff Engineer for their Electron-based desktop application. This role involves shaping the desktop experience across multiple operating systems, focusing on architecture, performance, and security. The ideal candidate has a strong track record in cross-platform development, particularly in desktop applications, and is capable of leading and mentoring other engineers. The company offers a flexible hybrid work model and comprehensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Staff, Principal, or Lead engineer building cross-platform desktop applications.
• Strong understanding of cross-platform packaging and OS-level integration.
• Experience improving performance and security in large-scale desktop applications.

Responsibilities

• Own the architecture for Postman’s Electron-based desktop application.
• Design and implement core desktop features, including installers and auto-updates.
• Drive security best practices for Electron apps.

Skills

C++

Cross-platform development

Systems thinking

Mentorship

Problem-solving

Job description

A leading technology company is seeking a Staff Engineer for their Electron-based desktop application. This role involves shaping the desktop experience across multiple operating systems, focusing on architecture, performance, and security. The ideal candidate has a strong track record in cross-platform development, particularly in desktop applications, and is capable of leading and mentoring other engineers. The company offers a flexible hybrid work model and comprehensive employee benefits.