Rise8
Overview
Senior Software Engineer, TAK (Contract) Rise8. This role focuses on building and maintaining software for the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) ecosystem and delivering mission-critical capabilities to military and first responder users. About Rise8
We're transforming the United States Government and we know that takes a dream team. We believe customer experience starts with employee experience, so we take care of our employees. Rise8 is certified as a Great Place to Work with 100% of employees saying they love working here. We pair Risers with their customer counterparts, work in small teams, and rotate between teams to meet new challenges and explore new ideas. Our culture emphasizes experimentation, learning, kindness, empathy, and delivering real outcomes in production to drive relentless progress. About You
You want to make tomorrow better than today You have a passion for high-speed security and you care about risk management over compliance You believe the biggest vulnerability in any system is time. You live to securely reduce cycle time You enjoy daily decision making and real product delivery You help ensure project success and client satisfaction You enjoy collaborative teams, pairing with team members, and inviting your clients to participate You like to work alongside, and learn from, lean and agile leaders You are a creative problem solver who is comfortable with uncertainty You're a curious and keen learner who thrives on enhancing your (and our) practices and knowledge Responsibilities
Build and maintain software for the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) ecosystem including ATAK (Android), WinTAK (Windows), TAKX (Cross-platform) and WebTAK OASIS Design, implement, and test TAK plugins, tools, and features that deliver real-time situational awareness to military and first responder users Work with TAK protocols like Cursor on Target (CoT) and geospatial formats like GeoPackage Pair directly with military personnel, product owners, and engineers to understand operational needs and deliver mission-critical capabilities Deliver functionality iteratively and validate with real-world users in real-time or training environments Collaborate with TAK community stakeholders and government customers to ensure plugin and server compatibility Contribute to secure, hardened, and field-ready software that performs in disconnected, intermittent, and low-bandwidth (DIL) environments Operate with an agile mindset: frequent releases, test-driven development (TDD), CI/CD, and continuous feedback Work with a balanced team of designers, product managers, and engineers to ensure your solutions meet mission objectives and end-user needs Qualifications
610 years of professional software engineering experience Experience with the TAK ecosystem (ATAK/WinTAK/CIVTAK/TAK Server), especially developing TAK plugins or extensions Proficient in Java, Kotlin, or C++, especially in the context of Android or Windows development Strong understanding of geospatial concepts, data formats (CoT, GeoPackage), and GIS toolkits Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) and agile methodologies Strong communication skills and comfort in a pair-programming environment Comfortable in Linux environments and with container tools like Docker or Kubernetes Familiar with DevSecOps practices and tools such as Git, GitLab CI, SonarQube, Fortify, etc Strong understanding of algorithms, design patterns, APIs, and software architecture BA/BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience Ability to obtain a security clearance for US Government work Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience building tools for or with the Department of Defense (DoD) Experience working with or inside a DoD Software Factory or on fielded tactical systems Familiarity with mesh networking, radio integration, or disconnected ops environments Experience developing cloud-native or edge-native applications Background in cybersecurity, secure coding, or cross-domain solutions (CDS) Familiarity with operational workflows of military, law enforcement, or emergency response teams All Rise8 work in this area is with Federal Government customers that require our employees involved with their projects be U.S. citizens. If hired, you would also be required to go through a background investigation. Rise8 is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that will consider you for this role regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Contract Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
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Senior Software Engineer, TAK (Contract) Rise8. This role focuses on building and maintaining software for the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) ecosystem and delivering mission-critical capabilities to military and first responder users. About Rise8
We're transforming the United States Government and we know that takes a dream team. We believe customer experience starts with employee experience, so we take care of our employees. Rise8 is certified as a Great Place to Work with 100% of employees saying they love working here. We pair Risers with their customer counterparts, work in small teams, and rotate between teams to meet new challenges and explore new ideas. Our culture emphasizes experimentation, learning, kindness, empathy, and delivering real outcomes in production to drive relentless progress. About You
You want to make tomorrow better than today You have a passion for high-speed security and you care about risk management over compliance You believe the biggest vulnerability in any system is time. You live to securely reduce cycle time You enjoy daily decision making and real product delivery You help ensure project success and client satisfaction You enjoy collaborative teams, pairing with team members, and inviting your clients to participate You like to work alongside, and learn from, lean and agile leaders You are a creative problem solver who is comfortable with uncertainty You're a curious and keen learner who thrives on enhancing your (and our) practices and knowledge Responsibilities
Build and maintain software for the Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) ecosystem including ATAK (Android), WinTAK (Windows), TAKX (Cross-platform) and WebTAK OASIS Design, implement, and test TAK plugins, tools, and features that deliver real-time situational awareness to military and first responder users Work with TAK protocols like Cursor on Target (CoT) and geospatial formats like GeoPackage Pair directly with military personnel, product owners, and engineers to understand operational needs and deliver mission-critical capabilities Deliver functionality iteratively and validate with real-world users in real-time or training environments Collaborate with TAK community stakeholders and government customers to ensure plugin and server compatibility Contribute to secure, hardened, and field-ready software that performs in disconnected, intermittent, and low-bandwidth (DIL) environments Operate with an agile mindset: frequent releases, test-driven development (TDD), CI/CD, and continuous feedback Work with a balanced team of designers, product managers, and engineers to ensure your solutions meet mission objectives and end-user needs Qualifications
610 years of professional software engineering experience Experience with the TAK ecosystem (ATAK/WinTAK/CIVTAK/TAK Server), especially developing TAK plugins or extensions Proficient in Java, Kotlin, or C++, especially in the context of Android or Windows development Strong understanding of geospatial concepts, data formats (CoT, GeoPackage), and GIS toolkits Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) and agile methodologies Strong communication skills and comfort in a pair-programming environment Comfortable in Linux environments and with container tools like Docker or Kubernetes Familiar with DevSecOps practices and tools such as Git, GitLab CI, SonarQube, Fortify, etc Strong understanding of algorithms, design patterns, APIs, and software architecture BA/BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience Ability to obtain a security clearance for US Government work Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience building tools for or with the Department of Defense (DoD) Experience working with or inside a DoD Software Factory or on fielded tactical systems Familiarity with mesh networking, radio integration, or disconnected ops environments Experience developing cloud-native or edge-native applications Background in cybersecurity, secure coding, or cross-domain solutions (CDS) Familiarity with operational workflows of military, law enforcement, or emergency response teams All Rise8 work in this area is with Federal Government customers that require our employees involved with their projects be U.S. citizens. If hired, you would also be required to go through a background investigation. Rise8 is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that will consider you for this role regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Contract Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rise8 by 2x Get notified about new Senior Software Engineer Contract jobs in Tampa, FL. #J-18808-Ljbffr