Mobile Application Developer

Overview

We are seeking a Full Stack Engineer with a Back-End focus to develop the server-side infrastructure and API integrations for a native mobile application for the Army Training Information System (ATIS). This role will involve designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure back-end services to support the functionality of mobile applications on Android and iOS platforms. You will collaborate with front-end developers, UX/UI designers, and other team members to deliver a high-quality product aligned with ATIS project goals. 

Responsibilities

• Back-End Development: 

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure server-side logic, APIs, and databases to support mobile app functionality. 

• Ensure efficient data processing and real-time synchronization across Android and iOS platforms. 

• Implement caching strategies and offline data storage solutions as needed. 

• Integration and Collaboration: 

• Work closely with front-end developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless communication between the client-side and server-side components. 

• Collaborate with DevSecOps engineers to deploy and monitor services in cloud environments. 

• Security and Compliance: 

• Implement robust security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements. 

• Support the development of authentication, authorization, and encryption protocols. 

• Testing and Debugging: 

• Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and load testing to ensure reliability and performance of back-end services. 

• Troubleshoot and resolve server-side bugs and performance issues. 

• Documentation and Standards: 

• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for APIs, databases, and server-side processes. 

• Adhere to ATIS security and coding standards, including DoD and 508 compliance guidelines. 

• Continuous Improvement: 

• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies to enhance back-end development practices. 

• Contribute to discussions on new features, technical challenges, and system improvements. 

Qualifications

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 

• 3+ years of experience in back-end development, with a focus on scalable and secure systems. 

• Proficiency in SpringBoot framework. 

• Proficiency in Node.js, Python, Java, or similar back-end programming languages. 

• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs or GraphQL. 

• Strong understanding of database systems, both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB). 

• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 

• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes. 

Preferred: 

• Familiarity with the SAFe Agile methodology and tools like Jira or Azure DevOps. 

• Experience with military or government projects. 

• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines. 

• Certification in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals). 

• Experience in AWS platform. 

Location: 

The position may require occasional travel to project sites or Army facilities. Remote work flexibility is available, but applicants should be able to attend in-person meetings as needed. 

Clearance: 

Candidates must have an active DoD Secret Clearance.