Software Engineer - Public Sector

10h10 hours ago

Ditto

Austin, US · Full-time · $156,000 – $227,000

About this role

Ditto is redefining how data moves at the edge. The mission is to make it seamless for developers to build resilient, real-time applications regardless of network conditions. As a Software Engineer focused on public sector work, you will integrate the platform's synchronization capabilities into tools used in demanding operational settings.

You will own meaningful features end-to-end from architecture through deployment. The role emphasizes mobile and integration work that meets users where they are. You will also serve as a key feedback loop into the core product engineering team.

This position suits a highly adaptable problem-solver comfortable moving fast and navigating ambiguity. You will translate real-world usage into clear technical insights and product requirements. The company is globally distributed and committed to building a diverse team.

With more than $145 million in funding, Ditto is trusted by organizations including the U.S. military. The work powers mission-critical experiences across defense and related sectors. You will deliver reliable software that operates in disconnected and low-bandwidth environments.

Requirements

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance; U.S. Citizenship is strictly required.
5+ years of experience in software engineering, including building, shipping, and maintaining production applications.
2+ years of technical experience with Android application development, including the Android SDK and Kotlin and/or Java.
Prior experience with ATAK plugin development or deep familiarity with the TAK ecosystem, including CoT messaging and TAK Server integration.
Strong integration design skills, including the ability to define clean API contracts and design data synchronization patterns.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and field deployment of custom ATAK plugins that integrate data synchronization capabilities into the warfighter's primary situational awareness tool.
Architect and develop performant Android applications and services that run on tactical end-user devices in disconnected, intermittent, and low-bandwidth environments.
Own the end-to-end integration design between the platform and the broader TAK ecosystem, defining data contracts, API boundaries, and synchronization patterns.
Rapidly diagnose and resolve application, integration, and data-flow issues on end-user devices in live operational environments.