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# Android Mobile Application Developer

- **Company:** NIGHTWING LLC
- **Location:** Sterling, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $122,000.0 - $253,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Android Software Development, Android NDK, C++ (Programming Language), Mobile Application Development, Software Debugging, Memory Management, Mobile Application Software, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, System Programming, Git, Build Tools, Software Version Control
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/7919558B1A994BA59E1F6B1463139FB9/job/

## About the Role

Nightwing is seeking experienced Android Mobile Application Developers to support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of high-performance Android applications. The ideal candidates will bring strong low-level programming expertise, hands-on experience with the Android NDK, and a proven ability to work across the full development lifecycle., * Current TS/SCI with Poly Clearance

 * Minimum three (3) years of experience developing, testing, and debugging applications using C and Python
 * Demonstrated in-depth experience with the Android NDK
 * Strong understanding of mobile application architecture and native development
 * Experience working through the full software development lifecycle, * Minimum three (3) years of experience developing, testing, and debugging applications using C++ or Java
 * Experience optimizing native code for performance and memory usage on Android devices
 * Familiarity with Android SDK, build systems, and debugging tools

Additional Skills (Preferred)

 * Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Ability to work independently in a contract-based environment

## Description

* Design, develop, test, and debug Android mobile applications
 * Work extensively with native code using the Android NDK
 * Develop and integrate C/C++ libraries within Android applications
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and solutions
 * Troubleshoot performance, stability, and compatibility issues
 * Ensure applications meet quality, security, and performance standards