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ATAK Plugin Developer

Technology
SkyFi
$150,000 - $180,000 /year1 months agoUntil 4/6/2026
Full time

Job description

TITLE ATAK Plugin Developer LOCATION Remote, based in the United States. We are a hybrid and remote team and want you to work wherever you feel most productive. OUR MISSION We’re unlocking the secrets of our planet.

SkyFi simplifies obtaining high-resolution Earth observation data and analytics, ensuring businesses and professionals a seamless and efficient user experience. No more complex procedures or hefty price tags. We’re empowering everyone, from individuals to companies, to understand and utilize the power of space for good.

What we do has tremendous potential to solve meaningful problems in our world. This technology is a powerful tool for enterprises and individuals, enabling them to leverage satellite imagery and analytics for critical applications: assessing the structural integrity of bridges to prevent failures, monitoring crop health for optimized agricultural output, tracking endangered species for environmental conservation, and exploring a myriad of other innovative use cases yet to be discovered. Grab the chance to be part of this.

Join a team of open-minded, dynamic people solving new challenges and working on new technology in an exciting market with immense growth. SkyFi is the place for you. THE JOB We’re looking for an ATAK Plugin Developer to join our gov team and own the development of SkyFi’s ATAK plugin, bringing satellite imagery search, ordering, and visualization capabilities directly into the hands of tactical operators.

You’ll work at the intersection of Android development, geospatial data engineering, and defense technology, integrating SkyFi’s data into ATAK. This is a high-impact, technically deep role where your code ships directly to end users in operational environments.

Design, develop, and maintain the SkyFi-ATAK plugin, including archive imagery browsing, satellite tasking, and order management features Integrate imagery search, metadata retrieval, tasking, pricing, and order placement Build geospatial visualization layers including imagery overlays, AOI drawing tools, and measurement capabilities within ATAK’s MapView Implement offline/cached imagery management for disconnected, denied, and intermittent (DDIL) environments Work with geospatial data formats including GeoTIFF, COG, NITF, and STAC metadata standards Develop operator-focused UX that is distinct from the commercial SkyFi web platform, optimized for tactical field use Participate in sprint cycles with operator feedback loops and iterative feature delivery Collaborate with government customers and participate in ATAK feature reviews and training delivery Reports to: Engineering Manager, Dev-Gov WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

College graduate with a STEM degree (preferably in Computer Science) with solid computer science fundamentals Direct experience developing ATAK plugins using the ATAK SDK Strong understanding of the TAK ecosystem including CoT protocol, TAK Server integration, and plugin lifecycle management Experience with geospatial data formats and standards: GeoTIFF, KML/KMZ, Shapefiles, WMS/WMTS, and coordinate reference systems (WGS84, MGRS, UTM) Experience integrating REST APIs into Android applications, including authentication, pagination, and error handling Proficiency with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Gradle-based Android build systems U.S. citizenship Experience with satellite imagery workflows: archive search, tasking, feasibility, and order management is a plus Familiarity with cloud-optimized geospatial formats (COG, STAC, NITF, TIFF) is a plus Background in GEOINT, NGA standards, or prior military/IC experience with tactical ISR is a plus Contributions to the TAK ecosystem or familiarity with TAK Product Center processes is a plus AT SKYFI YOU WILL:

Be well compensated. Possibility for equity Receive free best-in-class benefits, including premium medical, dental, and vision coverage and 20 days paid time off Play a critical role in building a market-changing product in the exciting realm of Space * Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that rewards initiative, innovation, and getting things done SkyFi is an equal-opportunity employer that values and encourages workplace diversity.

Salary Band: $150,000-$180,000

Keywords
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