Enterprise Mobile Application Developer (iOS & Android)

Leidos is seeking a skilled Enterprise Mobile Application Developer to join our dynamic team to develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise-level mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms. This role requires expertise in cross-platform mobile development as well as native mobile development for both platforms. You will be responsible for building modern mobile applications that seamlessly integrate with legacy COBOL and Java backend systems while utilizing the latest technologies such as Swift, Flutter, Kotlin, Vue 3, and React Native.

*** Selected candidate must be willing to work on-site in Woodlawn, MD 5 days a week.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

Every position we take is more rewarding when you know the why behind it. Know your work makes a difference to support those who need it most. If your passion is enabling life changing service to those around, you this is the place for you. Find you passion in a team environment where all members are valued regardless of contractor or employee status.   Find your “Why” with us and take your place in our Leidos Family!!

• Develop & Maintain Mobile Applications:
  • Design and develop native iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI.
  • Develop native Android applications using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.
  • Build cross-platform mobile applications using React Native and Flutter.
• Backend Integration with Legacy Systems:
  • Integrate mobile apps with existing COBOL-based and Java-based backend systems.
  • Collaborate with backend teams to build RESTful APIs or GraphQL endpoints that interact with legacy systems.
  • Design API gateways to expose COBOL and Java services to modern mobile platforms.
• Cross-Platform Mobile Development:
  • Write reusable, clean, and modular code for React Native and Flutter to ensure efficient development of cross-platform mobile apps.
  • Work with native modules when necessary for integrating mobile-specific features not available in cross-platform libraries.
• Collaborate with UI/UX Designers:
  • Work with UI/UX teams to implement intuitive and responsive designs that meet user requirements and align with mobile platform guidelines.
  • Ensure the UI responsiveness and consistency across both iOS and Android devices.
• Optimize Mobile Applications:
  • Use performance profiling tools (Xcode Instruments, Android Profiler) to identify and fix bottlenecks in both native and cross-platform apps.
  • Implement best practices for memory management and app performance optimization.
• Testing & Quality Assurance:
  • Develop unit tests and integration tests to ensure code quality and robustness.
  • Implement automated testing for mobile applications with frameworks such as Jest, XCTest, or Flutter Test.
• CI/CD Pipeline Integration:
  • Set up CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Bitrise to automate builds, testing, and deployment for mobile applications.
• Security & Compliance:
  • Implement secure communication protocols (HTTPS), OAuth authentication, and data encryption for mobile apps.
  • Ensure mobile apps comply with security standards and insurance industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• All other duties as assigned or directed.

FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s + 12+ years of experience in the IT industry with mobile development background (16 years in lieu of a degree)
• Experience with Legacy System Integration and API development.
• Experience with the following tools and frameworks: Version Control, Cloud Services, CI/CD and Testing/Debugging.
• Experience with Cross-Platform Developer.
• Experience with UI/UX Design Integration.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement.

FACTORS TO HELP YOU SHINE (Required Skills)

These skills will help you succeed in this position:

• Experience with at least 2 of the 5 skills:
  • Swift
  • Kotlin
  • Flutter
  • React Native
  • Vue 3

HOW TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD (Desired Skills)

Showcase your knowledge of modern development through the following experience or skills:

• Experience with Swift/SwiftUI, Xcode, CocoaPods, and iOS frameworks (UIKit, CoreData, etc.).
• Experience with App Store deployment and maintaining apps via App Store Connect.
• Expertise in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose for native Android development.
• Experience with Android Studio, Gradle, and Firebase.
• Experience in developing cross-platform mobile apps using Flutter and Dart.
• Strong knowledge of state management (Provider, Riverpod) in Flutter.
• Experience with Redux for state management and React Navigation for navigation within mobile apps.
• Familiarity with Vuex for state management and Vue Router for routing.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams (designers, backend developers, etc.).

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.