General Dynamics Information Technology
ATAK/Kotlin Developer
General Dynamics Information Technology, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
ATAK/Kotlin Developer
Transform technology into opportunity as an ATAK/Kotlin Developer at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission‑critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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 DevSecOps pipeline.
Participate in mission rehearsals and live exercises to gather feedback and refine plugin functionality.
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:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science is preferred
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, MapItems, and Cursor‑on‑Target (CoT) message handling
Knowledge of protobuf serialization, JSON handling, and network communication within ATAK contexts
Ability to implement custom overlays and symbology for tactical data visualization
Experience integrating with PostgreSQL, MQTT, or ZeroMQ messaging layers preferred
Familiarity with ATAK build processes (Gradle, Maven, or TAK repo builds)
Experience using Android Studio / IntelliJ, Git, and Docker for plugin development and testing
Prior work experience with military (SOF) / government ATAK integrations
Strong understanding of DevSecOps 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
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.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
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 DevSecOps pipeline.
Participate in mission rehearsals and live exercises to gather feedback and refine plugin functionality.
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:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science is preferred
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, MapItems, and Cursor‑on‑Target (CoT) message handling
Knowledge of protobuf serialization, JSON handling, and network communication within ATAK contexts
Ability to implement custom overlays and symbology for tactical data visualization
Experience integrating with PostgreSQL, MQTT, or ZeroMQ messaging layers preferred
Familiarity with ATAK build processes (Gradle, Maven, or TAK repo builds)
Experience using Android Studio / IntelliJ, Git, and Docker for plugin development and testing
Prior work experience with military (SOF) / government ATAK integrations
Strong understanding of DevSecOps 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
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.
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