Frontend Desktop Engineer (100% remote - Worldwide)
Role Overview
Our pioneering P2P development platform, built on our open-source technology stack, Pear, eliminates the need for traditional server infrastructure.
Pear platform facilitates direct deployment of applications from the developer’s machine to the user, enabling seamless scalability and performance.
By leveraging Node.js-based technology akin to BitTorrent, we create robust peer-to-peer connections and data replication systems that set the foundation for a decentralized web.
Learn more about Pear: docs.pears.com
Keet, our flagship P2P communications app, is the first step towards this new era.
It exemplifies the potential of P2P technology in everyday applications, from messaging and file sharing to complex collaborative environments, all while maintaining user sovereignty over personal data.
Learn more about Keet: keet.io
Key Skills for This Role
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Responsibilities
- In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining Keet Desktop, our cross-platform P2P communications application built with React and running on the Pear runtime. You'll work on everything from UI/UX implementation to performance optimization, helping shape the future of decentralized communication.
- Proven experience with React/Preact and modern JavaScript/TypeScript in production-scale applications.
- Strong competency in state management (Redux, Redux Toolkit, Zustand, or similar).
- Ability to write modular, maintainable, and well tested code.
- Solid skillset in testing & debugging complex frontend applications.
- Deep interest or experience with P2P technologies or distributed systems.
- Comfort working in a remote, globally distributed team; good communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with desktop application development (Electron, Tauri, or similar runtimes).
- Familiarity with video/audio APIs (WebRTC, media streams) and real-time communication.
- Demonstrated ability to optimize UI performance: rendering, memory management.
- Experience building cross platform applications (macOS, Windows, Linux, etc).
- Bonus: Past contributions to OSS projects, especially in P2P or decentralized tech.
- Important information for candidates Recruitment scams have become increasingly common. To protect yourself, please keep the following in mind when applying for roles:
- Apply only through our official channels. We do not use third-party platforms or agencies for recruitment unless clearly stated. All open roles are listed on our official careers page: https://tether.recruitee.com/
- Verify the recruiter’s identity. All our recruiters have verified LinkedIn profiles. If you’re unsure, you can confirm their identity by checking their profile or contacting us through our website.
- Be cautious of unusual communication methods. We do not conduct interviews over WhatsApp, Telegram, or SMS. All communication is done through official company emails and platforms.
- Double-check email addresses. All communication from us will come from emails ending in @ tether.to or @ tether.io
- We will never request payment or financial details. If someone asks for personal financial information or payment at any point during the hiring process, it is a scam. Please report it immediately.
- When in doubt, feel free to reach out through our official website.
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