Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications

Jobgether • United Arab Emirates

Remote

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AI Summary

Lead the design, architecture, and development of native Windows desktop applications using Windows App SDK, WinUI, C#, XAML, and optionally C++. Own the full software development lifecycle from design to release, ensuring performance, accessibility, and cross-version compatibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor engineers in a fully distributed environment.

Key Highlights

High-impact engineering role building native Windows desktop applications used by millions worldwide

Focus on accessibility, inclusive design, and Windows accessibility APIs

Fully remote, distributed work environment with high ownership and leadership opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, architecture, and development of native Windows desktop applications using Windows App SDK, WinUI, C#, XAML, and optionally C++

Define and enforce engineering best practices for performance, maintainability, memory management, and cross-version Windows compatibility

Drive accessibility initiatives, ensuring compliance with Windows accessibility APIs and delivering inclusive user experiences

Collaborate with Product, Design, UX, QA, and other engineering teams to define feature scope and UI/UX architecture

Own the full software development lifecycle from design and implementation to testing, release, and ongoing maintenance

Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues including performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, rendering issues, and compatibility challenges

Contribute to architectural decisions and improve system design for scalability and long-term maintainability

Mentor engineers, participate in code reviews, and help raise the overall engineering bar

Apply a user-centric mindset with attention to detail in building intuitive, polished desktop experiences

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Technical Skills Required

Windows App SDK WinUI C# XAML C++ .NET Win32 WinRT COM Microsoft UI Automation OOP design patterns data structures algorithms multithreading asynchronous programming UI automation testing unit testing integration testing performance optimization localization internationalization RTL UI support telemetry analytics logging crash reporting monitoring tools CI/CD pipelines release engineering desktop deployment workflows

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation package

Fully remote, distributed work environment

High degree of ownership in architectural decisions and product direction

Leadership opportunities including mentoring and progression into senior technical roles

Mission-driven culture focused on accessibility, inclusivity, and user impact

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Nice to Have

Experience with UI automation testing, unit testing, and integration testing frameworks

Knowledge of performance optimization (startup time, memory usage, rendering, high-DPI support)

Familiarity with localization, internationalization, and RTL UI support

Experience with telemetry, analytics, logging, crash reporting, and monitoring tools

Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, release engineering, and desktop deployment workflows

Ability to own modules or feature areas end-to-end, including refactoring and technical debt management

Job Description

This is a high-impact engineering role focused on building and evolving native Windows desktop applications used by millions of users worldwide. You will contribute to a product that transforms how people consume written content by turning it into accessible audio experiences across multiple platforms. The role involves deep ownership of Windows application architecture, performance, and usability, with a strong emphasis on accessibility and inclusive design. You will work in a highly collaborative, fully distributed engineering environment alongside world-class engineers, designers, and researchers. The position requires a strong balance of hands-on development and architectural thinking, with responsibility for delivering polished, scalable, and reliable desktop software. You will also influence technical direction, improve engineering practices, and help shape the long-term evolution of the Windows product experience.

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