Software Engineer

Job TitleEdgesource is seeking a talented software engineer to join their team in Alexandria, VA. This role requires a Secret Polygraph clearance.Job DescriptionEdgesource Corporation has served as an innovative technology service provider for over 25 years. This role involves working alongside specialists to transform research into a robust application. Responsibilities include stabilizing, extending, and scaling a cross-platform desktop application built with Electron and TypeScript. The role emphasizes strong experience in event-driven systems, asynchronous programming, and application architecture.The candidate will improve the reliability, usability, and maintainability of the system, particularly in areas where device interaction introduces timing sensitivity and complexity. They will have significant ownership over application design and the shaping of development practices in a small, fast-moving team.RequirementsKey requirements include:4+ years of experience building and maintaining production-grade software applications, with a strong focus on TypeScript/JavaScript and Node.js.Strong full-stack development experience, including asynchronous workflows, API design patterns, and event-driven architecture.Experience developing cross-platform desktop applications (Electron or similar frameworks).Experience debugging complex systems involving asynchronous workflows and timing-sensitive interactions with low-level protocols.Strong understanding of modular design and dependency management in modern JavaScript ecosystems.Experience with unit and integration testing frameworks (e.g., Jest), including mocking complex interfaces.Experience working with CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and release processes.Proficiency with version control systems such as Git.Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, and improve or refactor existing codebases.Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote-first environment.Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top-Secret clearance.Preferred additional experience includes:Active personal projects or hands-on experience involving drone hardware, unmanned aerial systems (UAS/UAV), robotics platforms, or microcontrollers.Familiarity with network penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, secure coding, or foundational application reverse engineering.Experience in the Defense, Intelligence, or Aerospace domains (e.g., mission planning, ISR situational awareness, or geospatial data systems).Polyglot software engineering background, with exposure to backend languages like Python, Go, or C++ alongside modern JavaScript ecosystems.8+ years of software engineering experience.A BS or higher in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related fields.Experience with Electron in production environments, including packaging, updates, and cross-platform issues.Experience building applications that interface with hardware devices, embedded systems, or serial protocols (USB, device I/O debugging).Familiarity with Docker, AWS/Azure, or distributed system components.BenefitsEdgesource offers a wide array of benefits to support the well-being of their staff, including:Flexible PTO Policy + 11 Paid HolidaysFlexible Work Schedules (Remote / Hybrid)Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)401k Plan with MatchTuition & Professional Development SupportCommuter BenefitsBonus & Employee Referral ProgramsCareer Growth OpportunitiesAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edgesource is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.