Senior/Staff Full Stack Software Engineer
About the role
The Role
We're seeking a Senior/Staff-level Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our fast-paced engineering team in our SF office. You’ll play a critical role in building and scaling our cross-platform application, working across the stack -from modern TypeScript frontends to native system-level integrations - with a strong emphasis on performance, reliability, and seamless user experience.
This is a highly technical role for someone who’s excited to work at the intersection of desktop software, native development, and AI integration, and who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain core features of an Electron desktop application
- Own end-to-end implementation of user-facing and infrastructure features, from UI to native modules
- Develop and integrate LLM-based functionality
- Collaborate on native code written in C++ (Windows) and Swift (macOS)
- Help make architectural decisions and contribute to the technical direction of the company
Profile
We’re looking for someone who is interested in building the AI user experience for the future. We punch above our weight so we value extreme ownership, accountability, and proactiveness. The ideal candidate combines technical prowess with strong leadership skills.
About Highlight
Highlight AI is a cutting-edge desktop assistant designed to enhance productivity by seamlessly integrating with your workflow. We empower users to interact with any application using text and voice commands, eliminating the need to switch between tools.
Required skills
Job details
Salary
$200,000 - $300,000
Location
San Francisco, United States
Experience
7+ years
Funding
Total raised
$10.1M
Last stage
Series A
Investors
Founders
What happens next.
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.