ATAK​/Kotlin Developer Security Clearance

Position: ATAK/Kotlin Developer with Security Clearance
ATAK/Kotlin Developer Transform technology into opportunity as an ATAK/Kotlin Developer pe what's next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what's next for your engineering career. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As an ATAK/Kotlin Developer, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of USASOC. You will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining mission-critical Android applications.
● Implement TakUI-based UIs using the declarative DSL (-Row,
-Column,
-Button,
-Text, etc.) for mission control interfaces and operator workflows.
● Collaborate with AI / autonomy engineers to display mission state data (swarm tracking, flight path, etc.) on the ATAK map overlay.
● Contribute to UI/UX design for operational efficiency under field constraints (low light, glove mode, DDIL conditions).
● Write robust, modular, and testable Kotlin code aligned with ATAK's plugin packaging requirements and a Dev Sec Ops  pipeline.
● Participate in mission rehearsals and live exercises to gather feedback and refine plugin functionality.
● Ability to collaborate with end-users, testers, and operators to iterate on plugin design and usability. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The ATAK/Kotlin Developer must have:

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Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is preferred

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Experience:

3+ years of related experience
● Proficient in Kotlin and Java (for interoperability with legacy ATAK SDK code).
● Demonstrated experience building and debugging ATAK plugins using the TAK SDK (v4.6+).
● Experience with TAK Data Packages, Map Items, and Cursor-on-Target (CoT) message handling.
● Knowledge of protobuf serialization, JSON handling, and network comms within ATAK contexts.
● Ability to implement custom overlays and symbology for tactical data visualization.
● Experience integrating with Postgre

SQL, MQTT, or ZeroMQ messaging layers preferred.
● Familiarity with ATAK build processes (Gradle, Maven, or TAK repo builds).
● Experience using Android Studio / Intelli

J, Git, and Docker for plugin development and testing.
● Prior work experience with military (SOF) / government ATAK integrations.
● Strong understanding of Dev Sec Ops  workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and secure Android build practices for TAK deployments.
● Security clearance level:
An active Secret clearance is required with ability to obtain TS/SCI security clearance

● US citizenship required GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

● Support:
An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

● Rewards:
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

● Flexibility:
This position is Hybrid, on-site at Fort Bragg, Fayetteville, NC

● Community:
Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation. #iexjobs