Element 84

Element 84 is a software development firm that designs and develops ambitious software products.

11-50 employees
Information Services
Private Company

Remote-First Company

This company operates with a remote-first culture, allowing team members to work from anywhere.

Open Positions1

Local travel distance (100 miles or less) of our primary East Coast hubs (AlexandriaVA and PhiladelphiaPA)Full-TimeCommercial & Non-ProfitPosted
  • Participate in all aspects of the software and data product 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 on the team to elevate technology and consistently apply best practices
  • Own the execution of medium-to-large sized features with higher-level technical support
  • Describe and document the details of your work fluidly and accurately for technical peers and non-technical stakeholders
  • Think holistically about the application and build with an eye towards long term maintainability and efficiency
  • Collaboratively provide estimates and other input to the client, project managers, or others about features to help determine their feasibility, complexity, cost, and priority level
  • Contribute to a culture of positivity, curiosity, and respect for all individuals
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About Element 84

Element 84 builds ambitious software products that answer big questions about our health, our infrastructure, and our changing planet. You will contribute to powerful solutions in cloud-based geospatial data processing, remote sensing, and Earth science systems. Their innovative tools like FilmDrop and Earth Search empower users to manage and analyze vast geospatial datasets. Element 84 works with public, private, and non-profit clients to craft solutions that make a real-world impact. They are an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner, recognized for their expertise in cloud-native geospatial architecture and scaling.

How We Work

Element 84 has embraced a flexible work schedule since its founding in 2010. You will work within a remote-first team, collaborating across various states from their Alexandria, VA, or Philadelphia, PA hubs. They foster a culture of curiosity and respect, prioritizing life outside of work with generous parental leave and support for family challenges. Expect a team that invests in each other, is reliable, and ensures their work benefits the world. They believe strong written communication is essential for effective remote collaboration and good engineering.

Engineering at Element 84

You will solve challenging problems, particularly in cloud-based geospatial data processing, remote sensing, and Earth science systems. Engineers here focus on building scalable, resilient infrastructure, often involving Kubernetes, AWS EKS, and GitOps practices. Expect to tackle large-scale data migration, hybrid cloud deployments, and advanced monitoring. Your work will involve cutting-edge tools like FilmDrop for geospatial data pipelines and Raster Vision for deep learning in satellite imagery. Element 84 pushes the boundaries where GIS meets computer vision to process petabytes of data.

Why Join Us

  • Contribute to meaningful projects that positively impact health, infrastructure, and our planet.
  • Work in a remote-first environment with flexible schedules and strong support for work-life balance.
  • Collaborate with a team of experts on challenging cloud-based geospatial and data processing solutions.
  • Grow your skills in Kubernetes, AWS, and modern infrastructure-as-code practices.
  • Be part of a company that values mutual investment, reliability, and world-benefiting work.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Life Insurance, Short & Long Term disability insurance
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with fixed 3% employer contributions
  • Health savings account with company contribution
  • Company-paid parental leave after one year of employment
  • Flexible work schedules
  • 6 paid floating holidays
  • 4 weeks + 1 day paid Vacation Time Off per calendar year
  • 40 hours paid Sick Leave
  • Cell phone stipend

Tech Stack

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