C++ / Electron Engineer

Role: C++ / Electron Engineer
Location: Remote open to candidates across the EU
Employment: Full-time
Language Requirements: English


Our client maintains a custom from-source build of the Electron framework. Our custom build also includes a few custom patches we apply to Electron, Chromium, and Node.js.

Project Tech Stack

C++, Chromium, Electron.js, Python

Responsibilities:

Keeping our Electron build up-to-date with Electron. This involves revising patches, analyzing potential stability risks on the target version, and potentially helping fix and upstream key blockers

Be attentive to security issues in Electron and backport them to our custom build promptly

Keep our Electron custom build CI pipeline healthy

Consult with internal stakeholders to determine the scope of software development projects

Collaborate with the software development team on application design and development

Perform diagnostic tests and debugging procedures

Optimize software by performing maintenance, updates, and upgrades

Document processes and maintain software development records

Keep up to date with C++ standards and advancements in application development

Required Skills/Experience:

5+ years of experience in C++ programming with a strong understanding of low-level coding and debugging

Proven experience working on large-scale projects involving roles that required interaction with multiple areas of the project

Knowledge of Electron

Demonstrated expertise in full-stack web development, with significant contributions across both frontend and backend

Proficiency in managing build systems, ensuring consistent and reliable software builds and deployments

Quick learner, enthusiastic about new technologies, adaptable to fast-paced environments

Nice to Have

Experience with the Chromium platform