Job Description
Role Overview:
We're seeking a hands‑on software engineer to lead the development of high‑quality desktop experiences using Flutter (Dart) at McAfee. In this role, you will design, build, and deliver performant, reliable, and polished features for macOS and Windows—elevating the overall user experience while ensuring scalability and maintainability. You will drive the end‑to‑end implementation of complex features, from technical design through delivery and ongoing support, while contributing to the evolution of architecture patterns across the codebase, including modularity, state management, navigation, and testing. You will also develop robust, native‑like desktop capabilities such as windowing, menus, keyboard shortcuts, and accessibility features, and integrate Flutter seamlessly with native macOS and Windows APIs using secure and maintainable approaches. Partnering closely with cross‑functional teams, you will participate in design discussions, code reviews, and technical documentation, raising the bar for engineering excellence through best practices and thoughtful execution. This is a Hybrid position located in either Frisco, TX or in either Waterloo or Toronto, Canada. You will be required to be onsite on an as needed basis. When you are not working onsite you will work from your home office. We are only considering candidates within a commutable distance of Frisco, TX, or to Waterloo or Toronto, Canada and are not offering relocation assistance at this time. About the Role Design, build, and ship Flutter (Dart) features for desktop (macOS and Windows) with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and UX polish. Drive end‑to‑end implementation of complex features, from technical design through delivery and maintenance. Contribute to and evolve architecture patterns across the codebase (modularity, state management, navigation, testing). Build high‑quality native desktop experiences, including windowing, menus, keyboard shortcuts, and accessibility. Integrate Flutter with native macOS and Windows APIs via platform channels in a secure, maintainable way. Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and technical documentation; raise the overall engineering bar through example. About You 7+ years of experience building and shipping production software, with strong hands‑on Flutter/Dart experience. Solid system design skills and experience working in large, evolving codebases. Good understanding of macOS and Windows desktop UX conventions and application architecture. Experience integrating Flutter with native desktop code and debugging across language/runtime boundaries. Practical expertise with state management (e.g., Riverpod, Bloc, Provider) and an understanding of tradeoffs. Ability to influence technical direction through clear designs, thoughtful reviews, and collaboration, without relying on formal authority. Experience with security‑ or privacy‑sensitive desktop software is a plus. Familiarity with macOS/Windows Human Interface Guidelines and accessibility best practices is a plus. Exposure to desktop distribution workflows (code signing, notarization, sandboxing) is a plus. #LI-Hybrid Company Overview McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users' needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment. Company Benefits and Perks:
We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at McAfee to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We're proud to be Great Place to Work® Certified in 10 countries, a reflection of the supportive, empowering environment we've built where people feel seen, valued, and energized to reach their full potential and thrive. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees. Bonus Program Pension and Retirement Plans Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Support for Community Involvement We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. The starting pay range for this position is $107,430.00-$176,490.00. McAfee takes into consideration an individual's skillset, experience and location in making final salary determinations. For further details, please discuss with the Talent Acquisition Partner. McAfee recognizes and supports its obligation to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees with disabilities. We are here to help. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interviewing, hiring, or at any other time during the employment process. Please do not include personal medical information in the email. Diversity is foundational for our business success. We want to be a workplace of choice for all people and we value the unique perspectives offered by a diverse workforce. McAfee does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. This principle applies to all areas of employment: recruitment and hiring, training, performance evaluations, promotions and transfers, compensation and benefits, and social and recreational programs. McAfee desires to be an employer of choice with an inclusive environment for all individuals. As part of this goal and in compliance with various laws and regulations, McAfee provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees. Requests for reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. By submitting your CV/resume, McAfee will use the personal data that you have submitted in order to consider your application for a relevant role. McAfee processes personal data in accordance with its Privacy Policy (https://www.mcafee.com/enterprise/en-gb/about/legal/privacy.html).
