04/10/2025

Company Overview 
KWESST develops and delivers next-generation technology solutions tailored for public safety professionals, with a focus on first responders and law enforcement. Proudly Canadian, we specialize in creating innovative software, integration, and support services. Join us as we empower those who keep our communities safe. 

Job Description 
Ready to power a game-changing mobile experience? KWESST is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Android Developer to join our new Lightning team. Lightning is a cutting-edge SaaS solution designed to empower first responders and law enforcement with reliable, mission-critical tools, and you’ll build and enhance its Android applications to deliver real-time situational awareness and communication.  

You’ll play a vital role in crafting robust mobile solutions that support our everyday heroes, from core app features to mission-specific customizations on top of the Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK) framework. You’ll collaborate with a fresh, dynamic team to ensure Lightning performs flawlessly in high-stakes scenarios, making a real difference with every line of code. If you’re passionate about Android development that matters, this role is your chance to shine! 

Responsibilities  

• Collaborate with software engineers, UX/UI designers, and product managers to develop scalable Android applications for the Lightning solution.  

• Build and maintain android applications, ensuring high performance, responsiveness, and a seamless user experience on Android devices.  

• Write and maintain ATAK plugins to enhance TAK functionality for critical operational needs.  

• Work closely with the QA team to test applications thoroughly, fix bugs, and optimize performance for mission-critical use.  

• Integrate Lightning’s Android apps with backend services and external APIs, including frameworks like TAK.  

• Stay current with Android development trends and best practices, contributing to the improvement of our processes.  

• Participate in code reviews to maintain quality and adherence to coding standards. 

Required Qualifications  

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).  

• 5+ years of experience developing Android applications, with a strong portfolio of past projects.  

• Proficiency in Java programming languages.  

• Experience with SOLID principle and Object-Oriented Design 

• Experience with Android Studio, Git, and integrating RESTful APIs or socket based communication with backend services.  

• Proven experience working in Agile development environments.  

• Knowledge of building high-performance, responsive mobile applications.  

• Bonus: Familiarity with the Team Awareness Kit (TAK) framework or similar mission-critical tools is a plus.  

• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.  

• Bonus: Familiarity or an interest towards Automation Testing using such frameworks like Appium or Espresso. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate across teams effectively. 

Why Join Us? 
This isn’t just a job, it’s a mission to support first responders and law enforcement with Lightning, a groundbreaking SaaS platform that transforms their work. You’ll be part of a dynamic new team, building a product from scratch and delivering Android solutions that save lives. If you’re ready to flex your mobile development skills on something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you!