Senior Android Developer

Red Cat Holdings

. Design, build, and maintain Android applications for swarm planning, monitoring, and tactical control .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $132,000 - $183,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Android application development, particularly with Kotlin and Jetpack components, while integrating GIS data and implementing real-time telemetry solutions. Capable of designing user interfaces for ruggedized devices and collaborating effectively in cross-functional teams.

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Android DevelopmentKotlin ProgrammingGIS Data IntegrationReal-Time TelemetryCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Android DevelopmentKotlin ProgrammingJava ProgrammingJetpack ComponentsMobile GIS Data IntegrationMultithreadingOffline-First DesignLow-Latency Data PipelinesDTED IntegrationRuggedized-Device UI Design

Soft Skills

Ability to Work IndependentlyCalm Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

OsmdroidMapLibreMapboxGoogle Maps SDKWebSocketsMQTTGRPCProtobuf

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Security ClearanceBS in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Swarm PlanningTactical ControlField TestingCustomer DemonstrationsITAR/EAR Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidGRPCJavaKotlin

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and maintain Android applications for swarm planning, monitoring, and tactical control
Integrate and render GIS data layers and DTED elevation models in map-based mission-planning interfaces
Implement real-time telemetry, command, and control over UDP, TCP, WebSockets, MQTT, or similar transports
Support mesh-radio and cellular links in constrained tactical environments
Collaborate with backend, autonomy, and field engineers
Ship features for operators and support field exercises and customer demonstrations
Incorporate direct field feedback into the product roadmap
Travel for field testing and demonstrations as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of professional Android development experience, primarily in Kotlin; Java acceptable as a secondary language
Strong proficiency with Jetpack components, coroutines, and lifecycle-aware architecture
Hands-on experience integrating and rendering mobile GIS data, including map tiles, vector overlays, WGS84, MGRS, and UTM
Experience consuming DTED for line-of-sight, terrain-following, or viewshed features
Working knowledge of osmdroid, MapLibre, Mapbox, or Google Maps SDK
Familiarity with georeferenced rasters, map projections, and coordinate transformations
Experience with low-latency Android data pipelines using sockets, WebSockets, MQTT, gRPC, or Protobuf
Strong multithreading and offline-first design skills
Experience designing ruggedized-device UIs for sunlight, gloved operation, and unreliable networks
Ability to work cross-functionally and independently with limited oversight
Ability to remain calm under operational pressure
BS in Computer Science or related field (desired)
U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain one (desired)
Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence for ITAR/EAR-restricted work
Must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization
Successful completion of a post-offer background check
Must be able to walk, stand, and navigate large indoor and outdoor facilities for extended periods
Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment weighing up to 25 lbs regularly
PPE may be required in designated areas
May need to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, or crouch
Occasional off-hours or weekend work may be required
Travel up to 25% of the time may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous annual equity package
Potential bonuses
Equal employment opportunities
Field testing and demonstration exposure
Opportunity to work on real-world swarm autonomy systems