Desktop Applications Engineer

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Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
85K-125K Annually
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Software • Semiconductor
The Role
Design, develop, test, and maintain desktop applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Build responsive user interfaces, integrate REST APIs and third-party services, optimize performance and security, troubleshoot issues, and conduct unit and integration testing. Collaborate with product, engineering, UI/UX, and backend teams while participating in code reviews, documentation, and software deployment processes.
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Desktop Applications Engineer

Full-Time

Remote – US-Based

Job Title: Desktop Applications Engineer
Experience: 2–5 Years
Job Location: Washington, USA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: Remote (US-Based)
Salary Range: $85,000 – $125,000 per year

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Desktop Applications Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality desktop software applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in desktop application development, software architecture, UI development, API integration, and debugging.

The candidate will collaborate with engineering and product teams to build scalable, reliable, and user-friendly desktop applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain desktop software applications.

  • Build responsive and user-friendly desktop interfaces.

  • Develop application features using modern programming languages and frameworks.

  • Integrate REST APIs and third-party services.

  • Optimize application performance, stability, and security.

  • Troubleshoot software issues and implement effective solutions.

  • Perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging.

  • Collaborate with UI/UX designers and backend engineering teams.

  • Maintain application documentation and technical specifications.

  • Participate in code reviews and follow software development best practices.

Required Technical Skills
  • C# / .NET / C++

  • Java / Python / JavaScript

  • Electron.js / Qt / WPF

  • Windows and macOS application development

  • REST APIs and JSON

  • SQL / PostgreSQL / SQLite

  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

  • Git / GitHub

  • Unit Testing and Debugging

  • Software Design Patterns

  • CI/CD and application deployment

Experience Requirements
  • 2–5 years of professional software development experience.

  • Hands-on experience developing desktop applications.

  • Strong understanding of programming fundamentals and application architecture.

  • Experience with desktop UI frameworks and API integrations.

  • Knowledge of software testing, debugging, and performance optimization.

  • Ability to work independently in a remote engineering environment.

Educational Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.

  • Equivalent practical software development experience is also considered.

Salary & Benefits

Experience

Estimated Annual Salary

2–3 Years

$85,000–$100,000

3–4 Years

$100,000–$112,000

4–5 Years

$112,000–$125,000

Additional Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

  • 401(k) retirement benefits.

  • Paid vacation and holidays.

  • Remote working flexibility.

  • Professional development opportunities.

  • Performance-based bonuses (where applicable).

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.

Job Details
  • Country: United States

  • Location: Washington, USA

  • Experience: 2–5 Years

  • Salary: $85,000–$125,000 per year

  • Employment Type: Full-Time

  • Work Mode: Remote / US-Based

Salary ranges are indicative estimates and may vary based on employer, experience, qualifications, and specific work location.

Skills Required

  • 2-5 years of professional software development experience
  • Hands-on experience developing desktop applications
  • Strong understanding of programming fundamentals and application architecture
  • Experience with desktop UI frameworks and API integrations
  • Knowledge of software testing, debugging, and performance optimization
  • Ability to work independently in a remote engineering environment
  • Proficiency with C#, .NET, or C++
  • Experience with Java, Python, or JavaScript
  • Experience with Electron.js, Qt, or WPF
  • Windows and macOS application development experience
  • Knowledge of REST APIs and JSON
  • Knowledge of SQL, PostgreSQL, or SQLite
  • Object-oriented programming knowledge
  • Git and GitHub experience
  • Unit testing and debugging experience
  • Knowledge of software design patterns
  • CI/CD and application deployment experience
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
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The Company
5 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

EdgeQ develops 5G systems-on-chip for wireless infrastructure, combining connectivity and AI in a software-customizable, programmable platform. Its technology supports configurable 5G services and Open RAN deployments for enterprises, telecom operators and cloud providers, including base-station and edge-network use cases. The company’s mission is to make 5G more accessible through software-driven customization and bring cloud computing and data processing closer to where connectivity and data are used.

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