Software Developer - Team Awareness Kit (Computer Engineer IV ): Seeking talented Software Developer with expertise in software development in the Team Awareness Kit (TAK) to join our team In this role, you will be responsible for developing and integrating the TAK code to the virtual infrastructure. Military Experience (field experience) required. Team Awareness Kit (TAK) family of products experience is required. Expert-level understanding of architecture and design patterns with a solid understanding of object-oriented design and clean coding. Experience with relational databases such as SQL Server, Postgres, or similar Experience in an Agile development environment Experience with project management software such as Jira, Gitlab, or similar Fluency in English ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- $120K+, Negotiable GRAVICOM is looking for a FULLY REMOTE qualified software developer with a military background and TAK experience. The position will be based out of Bloomington Indiana, supporting our U.S. Navy customer at NSWC Crane, Indiana. If you have a 6+ years of experience, CISSP, CASP+, or Security+ certification, and a BS/MS degree in IT, and/or have a security clearance, we'd love to chat with you! TITLE: Software Developer -_ Team Awareness Kit_ BACKGROUND: Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. CATEGORY: 15-1252 Software Developers EXPERIENCE: Proven experience in Team Awareness Kit development, minimum of 3 years. 6 years preferred. Strong understanding of code analysis, optimization, and troubleshooting Modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications using agile methods 3+ years of experience with Java or Android SDK sUAS experience (Preferred) Experience with TAK Server plugins Experience in a collaborative team environment using Git, Confluence, or Jira Experience with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance Experience with geospatial systems, including moving map display, full motion video, geo-positioning devices, advanced GPS technology, tactical networking, unmanned systems, or mission planning solutions (Preferred) Experience with mobile device computing, including Android native libraires Experience with tactical networks (Preferred) Familiarity with building installation scripts, writing source code, implementing modules, and using maintenance tools. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Informatics, Computer Engineering, Programming/Development, or STEM related field. CompTIA Sec+ CE or higher is required. (Must have Industry certification that qualifies for IAT Level II in accordance with DoD 8570) or able to get before starting at position Autonomous and flexible. Able to keep up in a dynamic environment. Detail-oriented. Strong communication skills. CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Security+ CE (minimum requirement); CASP+ or CISSP preferred. A certification on the operating environment that will be serviced (like individual programming language certs) is desired. SECURITY CLEARANCE: A SECRET or higher security clearance is required for this position. If you don't have one, we will sponsor you for one if you meet the qualifications. JOB DUTIES: Performs the following duties with no oversight: PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION: Develop, build, enhance, modify, and maintain Team Awareness Kit (TAK) environment Develop and modify new and existing TAK plugins to meet mission requirements Work to deploy TAK in a virtual and containerized environment Analyze new and existing code to troubleshoot, optimize, and understand functionality Collaborate with stakeholders and a cross-functional team to plan new and maintain existing code base Build out development plans for future releases Work within the RDT&E network to ensure secure and effective software development and testing Debug and resolve software defects and performance issue Collaborate with stakeholders and a cross-functional team to plan and maintain existing code base Use Jira for ticketing, issue tracking, and project management to ensure smooth and organized workflows Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that adheres to best practice Position Requirements: Proven experience in TAK development, minimum of 3 years Strong understanding of code analysis, optimization, and troubleshooting. Familiarity with building installation scripts and maintenance tool Experience working in Agile development environments Experience with Jira for issue tracking and project management Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently as well as in a team Strong written and verbal communication skills MUST be a US Citizen Must have active Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one Education and Certification: BS in Computer Science, Informatics, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related STEM field preferred Industry certification required for IAT Level II or higher in accordance with DoD 8570 (for example CompTIA Security+), or willing to obtain prior to start date. CASP+ and other higher level certs are preferred. Other Position Responsibilities: Automation skills using scripting languages or security infrastructure as code solutions Should be comfortable working autonomously with minimal direction Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards addressing technical challenges Assist in creation of documentation Attend meetings like daily stand-ups and sprint planning meetings Experience collaborating with cross-functional Agile teams MUST be a US Citizen Security clearance: Secret (Preferred) Successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued security clearance of secret level or higher; interim required before starting (we will sponsor) JOB LOCATIONS AND POTENTIAL TRAVEL: Candidates will be working FULLY REMOTE. May have to travel occasionally for 5 day on location meetings in a secure government or contractor facility, likely in Bloomington, Indiana. Travel for an in-person coordination event with the government team may be rarely required (5%). Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $120,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Compensation Package: Hourly pay Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines: 3 years (Required) Agile development environment: 3 years (Required) Kubernetes and container orchestration: 3 years (Required) functional and performance app testing: 3 years (Preferred) Source control such as Git, Subversion, Jira, or similar: 3 years (Required) Military: 4 years (Required) Team Awareness Kit (TAK): 3 years (Required) Java / Android SDK: 6 years (Required) RMF / Cyber / Vulnerability Management: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Natural U.S. Citizenship (Required) CompTIA Security+ CE Certification or higher cert (Required) Security clearance: Secret (Preferred) Work Location: Remote