About Mistral 

At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life.

We democratize AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source and cutting-edge models, products and solutions. Our comprehensive AI platform is designed to meet enterprise needs, whether on-premises or in cloud environments. Our offerings include le Chat, the AI assistant for life and work.

We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society.

Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between France, USA, UK, Germany and Singapore. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.

Join us to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of AI. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. See more about our culture on https://mistral.ai/careers.

Role summary

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Senior Software Engineer specializing in desktop application development to join our growing team. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work on our desktop applications, contributing to their development and enhancement using Electron or Tauri. Your work will directly impact the user experience, making it more engaging, efficient, and intuitive.

What you will do

Desktop Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust desktop applications using Electron or Tauri, ensuring seamless integration with backend systems.

User-Centric Design: Prioritize user experience and ensure that our desktop applications meet the needs and expectations of our user base.

Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, and participate in code reviews to uphold our high standards of quality.

Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, front-end engineers, and other backend engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Problem-Solving: Tackle complex technical challenges and develop elegant, efficient solutions that improve performance and reliability.

Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in backend development and AI, and apply them to enhance our products.

About you

• Proficient in Typescript and NodeJS with a preference for experience in B2C contexts.

• Experience in desktop application development using Electron or Tauri.

• Deep consumer and UX/UI sense.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Low ego and team spirit mindset.

• Autonomous and self-starter.

Hiring Process

- Recruiter Screening (45min)

- Hiring Manager Interview (30min)

- Live-coding interview - Typescript (45min)

- System Design interview (45min)

- Culture-fit discussion (30min)

Location & Remote

This role is primarily based at our HQ in Paris, France. We will prioritize candidates who either reside in Paris or are open to relocating. We strongly believe in the value of in-person collaboration to foster strong relationships and seamless communication within our team. Our remote work policy is designed to offer flexibility, enhance work-life balance, and boost productivity. The number of remote workdays is determined by each manager, taking into account individual autonomy and specific circumstances—such as increased flexibility during the summer months. Regardless of the arrangement, we expect all employees to maintain open lines of communication with their teams and be available during core working hours.

In certain specific situations, we will also consider remote candidates based in one of the countries listed in this job posting (currently France, UK, Germany, Netherlands, Spain and Italy). In that case, we ask all new hires to visit our Paris office:

•  for the first month of their onboarding (accommodation and travelling covered)

•  then at least 3 days per month

What we offer

💰 Competitive salary and equity

🧑‍⚕️ Health insurance

🚴 Transportation allowance

🥎 Sport allowance

🥕 Meal vouchers

💰 Private pension plan

🍼 Parental : Generous parental leave policy

🌎 Visa sponsorship