Android Developer with Security Clearance

Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance Travel Requirement: Up to 25% Citizenship: US Citizens required Sherpa 6 is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Android Developer to join our team. We build mission critical systems for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other commercial customers. We're looking for experienced Kotlin and Java developers who are familiar with developing applications for the Android environment. Responsibilities: * Design and develop high-quality, scalable Android applications in Kotlin/Java<br><br><ul><li> Implement unit and integration testing for mobile environments</li><li> Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables</li><li> Architect efficient and reusable code that adheres to best practices and coding standards</li><li> Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and security</li><li> Optimize application performance and responsiveness</li><li> Stay updated on the latest Android development trends, tools, and technologies</li><li> Mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the development team Requirements * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (US Citizenship required)</li><li> 5+ years of Android development experience</li><li> Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field</li><li> Proficiency in Kotlin and/or Java programming languages</li><li> Strong understanding of Android SDK, Android Studio, and related development tools</li><li> Experience with RESTful APIs and JSON</li><li> Solid understanding of software design patterns and architectural principles</li><li> Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills</li><li> Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment</li><li> Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li> Experience with software development tools such as Git, JIRA, or Trello<br><br></li></ul>Qualities of Exceptional Candidates: * Experience working in STIG-compliant environments/instances<br><br><ul><li> Experience working with Client/Server Certificates, Certificate Authorities, and Client Certificate Authentication</li><li> Experience with encryption and cryptography algorithms</li><li> Experience with reactive programming frameworks (e.g., RxJava)</li><li> Experience with Android Jetpack libraries (e.g. Compose, Room)<br><br></li></ul>About Sherpa 6: At Sherpa 6 we love to solve problems and provide the best solutions for our customers. Our approach to a problem is to find a user-focused and design-driven solution that is simple yet functional and effective. We are a group of enthusiastic forward-thinkers who are excited to build amazing solutions with bleeding-edge technology. We hire people who are forward thinkers, passionate about what they do, love to collaborate and want to constantly learn. We enjoy what we do and we're not afraid to put the extra effort in to accomplish the mission; call us Sherpas. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we know what it means to serve. We have made it our mission to be the leaders in solutions that protect and give our Warfighters the edge they need when put into harm's way. Background/Drug Screening: Successful completion of a pre-employment background & drug screening will be required as a condition of hire. ADA: Sherpa 6 will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990. EEO/AA: Sherpa 6 does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/opportunity/affirmative action employer. Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package, covering the cost of medical for you and your family; we also offer dental, vision, health and wellness benefits and a generous retirement savings plan. We believe that our employees can manage their workload and their personal life, therefore we extend a generous PTO policy. This allows our employees to balance their lives as they see fit. Salary Range: The proposed salary range is reflective across all Sherpa 6 locations, years of experience, and skill levels. Salary negotiations will be based on a host of factors including but not limited to your geographic location, prior experience, relevant skills, education, and certifications. Salary Description $90,689 - $160,000

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