Mobile Application Developer - MAD 25-22203

Job Title: Mobile Application Developer
Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid Onsite meetings/workshops required; remote allowed for most tasks)
Duration: 3 Years

Job Summary:

A government-affiliated organization is seeking an experienced Mobile Application Developer or development team to redesign, develop, deploy, and support two mobile applications a public-facing app and an internal-use operations app. This long-term engagement focuses on modernizing the mobile user experience, enhancing security, and improving operational efficiency. The ideal candidate or team should bring a strong background in native iOS/Android development, cybersecurity compliance, and user-centered design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct stakeholder interviews and user workshops.

• Identify key user personas, workflows, and security needs.

• Deliver a comprehensive Mobile App Strategy & Roadmap.

• Redesign the existing public-facing app and plan the architecture for the new internal-use app.

• Produce intuitive wireframes, usability narratives, and UX documentation.

• Develop a prioritized product backlog and manage it using Jira.

• Build both iOS and Android apps using an Agile sprint-based approach.

• Integrate third-party services and APIs such as parking, food ordering, and internal systems.

• Deploy apps via public app stores and enterprise internal distribution channels.

• Provide thorough source code documentation and access to analytics tools.

• Develop and execute robust test plans (unit, integration, regression).

• Conduct A/B testing and validate app performance post-deployment.

• Collaborate on promotional strategies and run pilot user testing.

• Provide ongoing maintenance and after-hours support for 1 year.

• Implement app updates and address bug reports promptly.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience (within the last 5 years) building native mobile apps (iOS and Android) for large enterprises (1,500+ employees).

• Proven experience in mobile product strategy and vision setting.

• Strong knowledge of Apple Human Interface Guidelines, Google Material Design, and Agile methodologies.

• Expertise in developing and integrating APIs.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, Secure by Design, Azure Entra ID).

• Experience using automated testing and regression testing tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with government, transportation, or public sector organizations.

• Familiarity with PCI-DSS compliance for in-app payments.

• Integration experience with platforms such as Firebase, FlySFO.com, and SFOConnect.

• Understanding of Apple App Clips and enterprise app deployment practices.

• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, CPRA).

Additional Information:

• Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred).

• Security Requirements: Must be able to pass a federal-level background check and security badging process.

• NDA Requirement: Signing of a confidentiality agreement may be required.

• Location Preference: Local to the Bay Area preferred; all travel must comply with federal GSA CONUS rates.

• IP Ownership: All source code, libraries, and documentation will remain the sole property of the hiring organization.