ATAK Developer

LMI

ATAK Plugin Developer designing and developing software for the Android Tactical Assault Kit. Focused on mission-critical applications in contested environments and real-time decision-making.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing custom ATAK plugins and mobile applications, with a strong focus on API integration, performance optimization, and compliance with military cybersecurity standards. Proficient in leveraging edge computing techniques for real-time decision support in challenging environments.

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ATAK Plugin DevelopmentAndroid Development (Kotlin/Java)API IntegrationDoD Cybersecurity ComplianceEdge Computing

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentMobile ApplicationsPlugin DevelopmentBackend SystemsPerformance OptimizationDebuggingTroubleshootingData SynchronizationReal-Time CollaborationGeospatial Data Handling

Soft Skills

CollaborationIndependent WorkProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

RESTWebSocketGRPCATAKTAK Server

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Military SystemsCybersecurity GuidelinesSTIG ComplianceRMF ComplianceLow-Bandwidth Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidCyber SecurityDistributed SystemsGRPCJavaKotlin

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and deliver custom ATAK plugins that enhance field-deployable tactical applications in disconnected, contested, or low-bandwidth environments
Leverage advanced techniques to enable Edge MLOps workflows and support distributed, on-device machine learning (ML) for real-time decision support and situational awareness
Work with geospatial data, real-time location services, and operational overlays to improve mapping and data visualization capabilities within ATAK
Support and extend functionality for TAK Server integration and ensure seamless data exchange between mobile applications and central server components
Optimize software to ensure efficient performance on low-resource devices in harsh or contested environments
Implement and maintain robust and secure API-based integrations (REST, WebSocket, gRPC, or similar) to support real-time collaboration and data sharing
Troubleshoot complex integration challenges, including data synchronization in environments with intermittent or limited connectivity
Ensure plugins align with military cybersecurity and STIG compliance requirements, providing DoD-compliant solutions
Document technical designs, workflows, and processes to ensure replicable, high-quality development and deployment efforts
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including software engineers, data scientists, and military stakeholders, to define and refine requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years of software development experience, including mobile applications, plugin development, or backend systems
2+ years of experience developing for Android platforms (using Kotlin and/or Java)
Familiarity with edge computing concepts, including resource optimization on low-powered devices and intermittent or contested network environments
Proficiency in API integration and building highly-performant, secure software architectures
Understanding of military systems, particularly related to aTAK/Tactical Assault Kits
Knowledge of system security, particularly DoD cybersecurity guidelines and frameworks (e.g., STIGs, RMF compliance)
Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills for distributed systems and mobile apps
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams
Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain one)

Benefits

Comp & perks

High Fringe/Full-Time