Desktop Applications Engineer

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. Originally posted on Himalayas