Software Engineer - Federal Geospatial (Hub-Remote: DC or Philly Metro)
Element84
- Location
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Compensation
- $105,000 – $141,000 per year
- Posted
- Jun 04, 2026
Confirmed open on Element84's own job board on Oct 12, 2026. We re-check every day.
This role at a glance
- Open right now. Element84's own job board listed it on October 12; we check again every day and take the listing down when they close it.
- Pay. About $123,000 a year at the midpoint, more than 14% of the 79 open full-time Technology & Engineering roles here that list pay (median about $185,000).
- Competition for attention. 134 open full-time Technology & Engineering roles on Remote Impact right now, 6 of them posted in the last week.
- Element84 has 2 other open remote roles here: see them all, or visit their careers page.
Job description
- Participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle from user story generation through design, development, automated testing, and operational support.
- Improve quality by actively participating in code-reviews and adhering to team quality standards.
- Work alongside other engineers to elevate technology and consistently apply best practices.
- Own execution of small to medium-sized features with higher-level technical support.
The difference you'll make
This role supports federal clients like NASA, NOAA, and USGS in building tools for processing, distributing, and visualizing geospatial and Earth science data, enabling scientists and students to address environmental and socio-economic challenges.
What makes you a great fit
- 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer.
- Experience building full-stack applications using Python, JavaScript, or similar languages; experience with Clojure and React.
- Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) including S3, IAM, and Lambda.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and debugging large codebases; experience with automated testing and continuous integration.
Benefits
Salary range: $105,000 - $141,000. Benefits include competitive medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with 3% employer contribution, parental leave, flexible work schedules, 4 weeks + 1 day PTO, cell phone stipend, and home office setup bonus.
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