Software Developer; Temporary

Description

Monmouth University is seeking applications for a part-time, temporary Software Developer in the Urban Coast Institute. This temporary, grant‑funded project, in conjunction with the Urban Coast Institute at Monmouth University, will modernize and add advanced features to the MARCO Ocean Maps Android app. The successful candidate will complete new enhancements to the app, publish it in the Google Play app store, train new students in the code base, test and maintain the app.

This is a hybrid position, anticipated to be 50% working on campus and 50% working remotely.

• Enhance the MARCO app (Android version) to Material 3 and Jetpack Compose, use the latest ArcGIS Esri maps SDK, get the app ready for testing by MARCO staff and partners, and publish in the Google Play Store.
• Train new students to maintain the tech and publish in the Google Play Store.
• Make the following enhancements and others TBD:
  • Update the current app to use the latest MARCO API services.
  • Migrate from ArcGIS Android Kotlin Activity SDK to Jetpack Compose SDK.
  • Redesign and implement the app in Kotlin Jetpack Compose.
  • Change map legends and layer presentation.
  • Cache maps locally to continue viewing when out of cell range.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Experience designing and developing Android apps using Kotlin, Material UI, Jetpack Compose, Android frameworks, current ArcGIS Mapping software SDK, and REST API services.
• Experience publishing Android apps in the Google Play Store and understanding build settings for various Android devices and operating system versions.
• Must have developed production‑quality Android apps using Kotlin and Jetpack with integration of ArcGIS SDK mapping services and published in an app store.

• None.

• Earned sick leave for part‑time staff employees, including on‑call staff and temporary employees, in accordance with the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fitness Center access for employees in their part‑time or on‑call capacity.
• Recreational & cultural activities throughout the academic year—many free or reduced‑cost events.
• 10% discount on most items purchased in the University Bookstore.

Phase 1 (January 2026 through April 2026): 20 weeks, up to 35 hours per week, $30 per hour.

Union: N/A

Job Posting Close Date: Not specified; submit promptly for consideration.

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