Required:

• 3+ in Windows desktop application development using Windows App SDK, WinUI (or similar), C#, XAML — and ideally additional experience with native Windows code (C++, Win32/WinRT/COM).
• Deep understanding of Windows application architecture, including interop between managed code (.NET) and native code.
• Proven track record of designing, building, and shipping production-quality desktop applications, with an emphasis on reliability, performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Strong experience with accessibility APIs on Windows (e.g. Microsoft UI Automation or similar), and a dedication to building accessible and inclusive software.
• Excellent software engineering fundamentals: OOP, design patterns, data structures, algorithms, memory management, multi-threading or asynchronous programming (where relevant).
• Experience leading technical design, mentoring other engineers, conducting code reviews, and making architecture-level decisions.
• Strong communication skills; ability to articulate tradeoffs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive consensus.
• A user-centric mindset: focus on building polished, intuitive, and accessible experiences for end users.

Preferred / Bonus:

• Experience with writing automated tests for UI — unit tests, integration tests, UI automation tests; familiarity with relevant testing frameworks.
• Experience with performance optimization for desktop apps (memory usage, startup time, rendering performance, high-DPI support, responsiveness under load).
• Experience with localization/globalization, right-to-left UI support, internationalization, accessibility for multiple regions.
• Familiarity with telemetry, analytics, crash reporting, logging, and error monitoring in desktop applications.
• Previous experience in shaping CI/CD workflows, release pipelines, and deployment strategies for desktop applications.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of feature areas or modules and drive them long-term, including maintenance, refactoring, and technical debt management.

What we offer

• A high-impact role: you will define architecture, shape the future of our Windows product, and directly influence what millions of users see and experience.
• A collaborative, flat-structure engineering culture — you are not just a coder, but a builder and a decision-maker.
• Opportunities to lead — mentor others, steer technical direction, and grow into broader technical leadership (e.g. Tech Lead, Architect).
• Flexibility, autonomy, and responsibility: you define how to solve problems, own features end-to-end, and contribute to long-term product vision.
• A purpose-driven mission: building software that’s reliable, accessible, and user-centered — making a real difference for people.                  

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Type: Contract, per-project.
Location: Remote - within LATAM time zones (GMT-3 to GMT-5) - Remote with meetings across U.S. time zones
Availability: Contractor (40 hours per week)

Windows Application Developer - Partner Engineer
We’re looking for a Windows Application Developer - Partner Engineer to join our Windows Ecosystem Enablement team.
This role is focused on helping strategic ISV partners bring their desktop applications into the Windows ecosystem and the Microsoft Store. You will work directly with senior engineers, solve complex packaging and platform issues, build reference implementations, and navigate Microsoft’s internal teams to unblock partner success.
This is not a traditional Windows developer role. We are looking for someone with deep understanding of the Windows ecosystem—someone who understands how software is packaged, distributed, installed, and integrated at the OS level.

Core Responsibilities
Partner Technical Support & Onboarding

• Support ISV partners with packaging, publishing, and onboarding applications into the Microsoft Store

• Resolve technical blockers related to installers, Store dependencies, Windows Update, drivers, policies, and OS-level integrations

• Help partners adopt the right architecture across Win32, .NET, UWP, WebView2, PWA, MSIX, and unpackaged app models

Prototyping & Technical Problem Solving

• Build small tools, sample apps, sandbox environments, and reference implementations to reproduce and solve partner issues

• Create proof-of-concepts without touching client codebases

• Deliver targeted fixes across packaging workflows, SDK usage, and publishing processes

Internal Microsoft Collaboration

• Work across Microsoft teams including Windows Store, WinGet, Copilot, and platform engineering groups

• Identify the right internal stakeholders, escalate technical blockers, and drive solutions across siloed teams

• Support high-priority partner escalations in fast-moving, cross-functional environments

Documentation & Best Practices

• Create technical guides, internal playbooks, and reusable reference implementations based on partner learnings

• Document packaging best practices and onboarding standards for Microsoft teams and ISV partners

• Help establish scalable technical guidance for future partner onboarding

Partner Outreach

• Support outreach efforts to software vendors not yet publishing in the Microsoft Store

• Help qualify leads, follow up with ISVs, and support partner adoption initiatives

Required Experience
Strong Windows Ecosystem Background

• 5+ years of experience working with Windows applications and desktop software distribution

• Strong understanding of installers, drivers, OS-level APIs, software packaging, and Windows platform integrations

• Experience across Win32, .NET, UWP, WebView2, PWAs, or similar desktop architectures

Commercial Software Distribution Experience

• Background working at companies that ship and distribute commercial software products

• Exposure to packaging, deployment, signing, Store submission, and operating system integration

• Experience only building internal business systems is not enough for this role

Prototyping & Troubleshooting Mindset

• Ability to independently reproduce issues, create sandbox environments, and build reference implementations

• Strong problem-solving skills across low-level platform issues and technical ambiguity

Strong Communication & Ownership

• Comfortable working directly with clients and senior engineers

• Able to explain technical tradeoffs clearly and drive solutions proactively

• Strong ownership mindset with a bias toward action

Nice to Have

• Experience with MSIX, unpackaged apps, Xbox-to-Windows migration, PWA packaging, and Windows Store publishing

• Familiarity with installer technologies such as WiX

• Experience with GitHub Actions, SDK fixes, and CI publishing workflows

• Data pipeline literacy (Spark, Fabric, large-scale systems)

• Experience using AI tools like Copilot for prototyping and workflow acceleration

• Previous Microsoft experience is a strong plus
  
  (*) SOUTHWORKS only hires individuals from countries that are not blocked or sanctioned by the United States, including those identified on the United States Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC).

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. 

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. 

We are proud of: 

• The work we do and the innovation we drive 
• Our values of share, care and dare 
• A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy 
• Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration 

The role  

As a Java Technical Lead, you will play a critical role in a high-impact ERP transformation project, including the design, setup, and migration to a new Dynamics-based platform. 

You bring 5+ years of professional experience, combined with strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset to guide teams, align stakeholders, and ensure successful delivery in a complex, multi-system environment. 

 You will thrive in this role if you are: 

•  A technical leader who can drive architecture decisions and mentor teams 

• A proactive problem solver who takes ownership and leads initiatives 

• A strong communicator capable of bridging business and technical teams 

• Comfortable working in cross-functional and multi-vendor environments 

• Curious and motivated to learn and master new platforms (e.g., Dynamics) 

Role responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and implementation of backend systems and integrations; 

• Define and evolve architecture for microservices-based solutions; 

• Act as the main technical point of contact for business stakeholders and external vendors; 

• Coordinate and guide development teams, ensuring alignment with best practices; 

• Oversee the setup, stabilization, and migration to the new ERP 

• Design and implement integration patterns between systems (event-driven, APIs, messaging); 

• Ensure high standards in code quality, performance, and scalability; 

• Participate in technical discussions, estimations, and solution design; 

• Support production deployments, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement; 

• Promote DevOps culture, automation, and best practices across the team; 

• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing. 

Must have qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications: 

• Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Senior Backend Engineer; 

• Strong experience with Java (8+) and Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Core, etc.);  

• Solid experience designing and implementing microservices architectures;  

• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Design (OOD/OOP); 

• Experience or familiarity with .NET ecosystem; 

• Experience with event-driven architectures and message brokers;  

• Hands-on experience with Azure Service Bus or similar messaging services;  

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes);  

• Strong experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs;  

• Experience with authentication and authorization (OAuth2, JWT);  

• Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases;  

• Experience in Agile environments and cross-functional teams;  

• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with business stakeholders. 

Nice to have qualifications  

• Experience working with ERP systems at scale (SAP, Dynamics, or similar); 

• Knowledge or experience with Dynamics (X++);  

• Experience with cloud environments (Azure preferred); 

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices;  

• Familiarity with observability tools (Grafana, ELK stack);  

• Experience integrating with enterprise platforms or external vendors. 

If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn. 

Commitment to reaching all kinds of people 

We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all. 

The benefits  

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer: 

• Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent) 
• Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs 
• Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts 

Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process. 

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.

⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses.

We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know. 

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. 

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. 

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate. 

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.

The Mission

We are seeking an exceptional Software Architect to join our growing Cloud Native Applications team. The right candidate is someone who has deep expertise in application design and  is passionate about working with our customers, partners, and colleagues to drive innovation forward.
Your mission will be to work alongside Caylent’s Engineers, Architects, Sales, and Project Managers to deliver AWS solutions across our diverse and forward-thinking customer base. You’ll work with the latest technologies and support customers looking to bring cutting-edge ideas to market.

Your Assignment

• You will be a mission control specialist, guiding Cayliens and Customers alike through Agile ceremonies like stand-ups, retrospectives, and more.
• You will translate customer requirements and into a workable backlog of tickets for engineers.
• Delegate tickets to a team of engineers in order to complete customer projects.
• Lead requirements gathering, backlog grooming, and architecture discussions.
• Apply your understanding of DevOps pipelines, including build automation, branching strategies, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, security, monitoring, logging, and alerting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in customer dev, test, and production environments.
• Automate software testing at multiple levels (component, configuration item, subsystem, system) and monitor results.
• Write production quality code, including unit and integration tests.
• Work with a team to deliver top-quality cloud native applications on AWS for customers.
• Clearly communicate and document your designs, processes, and procedures.
• You will demonstrate a passion to Stay Curious as you mentor peers, tackle new technologies, and learn from our word-class team of engineers.
• Coach and mentor less experienced teammates, coach and be mentored by world class engineers.

Your Qualifications

Core Consulting Qualifications

Customer Experience
● Confidently addresses client questions and identifies gaps in requirements with proposed next steps.
● Focus on delivering clear, actionable solutions that meet client goals

Collaboration
● Facilitates alignment across stakeholders or technical priorities and deliverables.
● Navigates differing perspectives with professionalism to ensure shared understanding and progress..

Communication
●Breaks down complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences in a clear, concise manner.
● Adapts communication style based on audience and context to improve clarity and decision-making.

Technical Qualifications

● 5+ years of proven experience in software development and cloud-native systems.
● Strong background in established engineering practices and scalable architectures.
● Expertise in web technologies (HTML, CSS) and frameworks (React, Vue, Angular, MVC .Net, etc.).
● Proficiency in server-side scripting (Python, Node.js, PHP, Ruby, etc.).
● Deep knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
● Experience in API integrations across applications, vendors, and cloud environments.
● Understanding of modern application architectures (event-based systems, queues, microservices).
● Development experience on a major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
● Desire to integrate innovative technologies into development workflow
● Familiarity with Generative AI technologies
● Proven ability to lead a workstream and support others while contributing individually.
● Experience configuring AWS resources.

Preferred Qualifications

● BS in a computing-related field, or commensurate experience.
● Experience with testing and automation.
● Experience with UI/UX.
● Experience with Large Language Models (LLM) and Generative AI
● Experience with app dev acceleration tools like Amazon Q Developer, GitHub CoPilot, Cursor.AI, or similar.
● Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
● Experience with infrastructure as code tooling (SAM, Cloudformation, Terraform, etc).

Benefits

• Pay in USD
• 100% remote work
• Generous holidays and flexible PTO
• Competitive phantom equity
• Paid for exams and certifications
• Peer bonus awards
• State of the art laptop and tools
• Equipment & Office Stipend
• Individual professional development plan
• Annual stipend for Learning and Development
• Work with an amazing worldwide team and in an incredible corporate culture

This role may require up to 25% travel, depending on business needs.