Software Engineer, Windows AI Automation

Remote. Posted 7 months ago

The role

You will lead the desktop automation platform by setting technical direction across the desktop controller, VM platform, and server-side AI execution. This involves building and operating the desktop controller and Windows VM fleet.

What you will do

Lead the desktop automation platform, setting technical direction across the desktop controller, the VM platform, and server-side AI execution
Build and operate the desktop controller and the Windows VM fleet it runs on
Manage session management, remote access, screen capture, and integration with the AI pipeline
Move across the Windows / .NET stack and Linux server-side as the project demands
Partner with backend and AI-focused engineers
Drive reliability and observability across the desktop platform

Required qualifications

Shipped production software
Comfortable with Windows / .NET development
Not afraid to drop into Win32 or COM when needed
Generalist at heart
Strong instincts about how to build in reliability and observability end-to-end
Interested in being in-person 5 days a week in our NY office, or have a proven track record of working remotely

Nice to have

Deep knowledge of Windows desktop internals: accessibility APIs (UIA, MSAA), Win32, COM, or remote desktop protocols (VNC/RFB, RDP)
Experience deploying Windows applications at scale or operating Windows VM fleets
Expert in some or all of our stack: TypeScript, Python, .NET / C#, Appium, VNC/RFB, Tailscale, Temporal, Kubernetes

Benefits

Competitive salary
Meaningful equity at Series A stage
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) matching
Daily meals together in the office
Flexible PTO (4 weeks per year)
Relocation support for candidates not already based in NYC

About the company

Sola is developing AI agents that make powerful automation effortless. The company has raised $21M in funding from a16z, Conviction, and Y Combinator.