Android Tactical Assault Kit Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition assistance

Work-life programs

Job summary

Booz Allen is seeking an experienced Android software developer to design and deliver native Android applications. You will own end-to-end development, from concept to production, applying Java/Kotlin and ATAK SDK expertise in a mission-focused, fast-paced setting.

The role requires a Secret clearance, a STEM degree, and a proven ability to work across teams to implement robust, scalable solutions for defense-related projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing native Android applications using Java and Kotlin.
• 1+ years of experience developing plugins using the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK) SDK.
• Experience developing and debugging multi-threaded Android applications.
• Secret clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.

Responsibilities

• Develop native Android applications from concept through production-ready code.
• Integrate plugins and tools within ATAK and related ecosystems to enhance mission capability.
• Collaborate to ensure secure, scalable Android architectures in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Skills

Android development (Java/Kotlin)

ATAK SDK

Multithreaded Android apps

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM field

Tools

JNI/C++

SQLite

MAVLink/ArduPilot

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that support your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

The Opportunity:
As an Android software developer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end solution in a fast and agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop software, but to create a system that will make a difference, we need you on our team. We’re looking for an experienced developer like you with the skills needed to develop software and systems from vision to production-ready.

This role is more than just coding. As a senior Android software developer at Booz Allen, you’ll use your passion to master new tools and techniques and identify needed system improvements. You’ll help clients overcome their most difficult challenges using the latest architectural approaches, tools, and technologies. You’ll make sure the solution developed by the team considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements.

Work with us as we shape systems for the better.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience developing native Android applications using Java and Kotlin
• 1+ years of experience developing plugins using the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK) SDK
• Experience developing and debugging multi-threaded Android applications
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Android SDKs and native development using JNI or C++
• Experience with wireless communications, including USB serial, TCP, UDP, and RF-based systems
• Experience with the broader Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) ecosystem, including WinTAK, TAK Server, and TAK X
• Experience with on-device database management using SQLite
• Experience with unmanned vehicle communication protocols such as MAVLink or ArduPilot
• Experience with Android application architecture, including MVVM, Kotlin Coroutines, and Flow

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Skills Assessment

As part of Booz Allen’s skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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