Anaconda, Inc. · 23 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer - Desktop
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$131K/yr - $194K/yr
8+ years expAnaconda, Inc. is a company focused on advancing AI with open source at scale. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Desktop team, responsible for building a next-generation desktop application that enables data scientists and AI engineers to manage Python environments and interact with large language models.
AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataCloud InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareMachine LearningOpen Source
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and ship features and improvements to our Electron-based desktop application, ensuring reliability and performance across Windows, macOS, and Linux
Lead technical decisions around React, TypeScript, and component architecture, setting patterns that scale as the team grows
Investigate and resolve complex issues proactively, analyzing root causes and collaborating with the team to implement solutions that improve stability and user experience
Integrate Python environment tools (Conda/Mamba) and services into the desktop application, bridging our Python ecosystem with modern web technologies
Partner with Product and UX to translate user feedback and requirements into technical solutions, shipping iteratively and learning from real-world usage
Mentor and collaborate with other engineers on the team, sharing expertise in desktop development and modern JavaScript tooling
Contribute to cross-functional initiatives with partner teams, strengthening integrations and expanding what's possible in the desktop and artifact ecosystem
Qualification
Required
Ability to work East Coast hours
8+ of professional software development experience
Production experience in shipping Electron-based desktop applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Proficiency in React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript; experience with CSS/SASS, component libraries (e.g., KendoReact)
Strong knowledge of Node.js, Express, and persistent storage tools (e.g., electron-store); solid Python experience for service integration
Ability to identify issues proactively, analyze root causes, and collaborate effectively to implement solutions
Passion for creating user-friendly applications and a willingness to iterate based on user feedback
You embody our values of Clarity, Care and Candor
You care deeply about fostering an environment where people of all backgrounds and experiences can flourish
Preferred
Experience integrating Python environment tools like Conda/Mamba into desktop apps
Comfort working with Python tooling and legacy Qt applications (PyQt/PySide), with the ability to extend or refactor as needed
Familiarity with AI/ML workflows and tools like llama.cpp, OpenAI SDK, or LanceDB
Knowledge of DevOps practices, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD tools
Experience with OS-Native (Eg Windows) APIs / Programming
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., K8S, AWS, etc.) and knowledge of integrating desktop applications with cloud services
Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment
Experience working in an open-source, AI, or data science-oriented company
Benefits
Flexible Vacation Policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Monthly Wellness Stipend
Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
Company
Anaconda, Inc.
Anaconda is built to advance AI with open source at scale, giving builders and organizations the confidence to increase productivity, and save time, spend and risk associated with open source.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$233MKey Investors
Insight PartnersSnowflake VenturesCiti Ventures
2025-07-31Series C· $150M
2021-09-21Series Unknown
2021-04-13Series B· $38.5M
Leadership Team
David DeSanto
Chief Executive Officer
Peter Wang
Chief AI & Innovation Officer, Co-Founder
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