Mobile App Developer Intern

BigBear.ai is seeking a Mobile App Developer Intern to support the development and maintenance of cross-platform mobile applications that run on both iOS and Android. Unlike a platform-specific role, this internship focuses on building mobile experiences using cross-platform frameworks such as React Native (Expo), Capacitor (Ionic), or similar technologies. You will work alongside experienced engineers and developers across different layers of the infrastructure, gaining real-world experience in modern mobile development practices.

• Assist in designing and building cross-platform mobile applications using frameworks such as Expo (React Native) or Capacitor (Ionic)
• Support the development of mobile client code solutions that deliver on Product Strategy and adhere to established engineering best practices and design guidelines
• Help ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications across both iOS and Android platforms
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team including Software Engineers, UX/UI Designers, Quality Engineers, and Product Owners to deliver high-quality customer experiences
• Assist in identifying and correcting bottlenecks and fixing bugs in mobile applications
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automation within the mobile codebase
• Support integration of mobile applications with back-end services via RESTful APIs
• Assist with implementing push notifications, offline storage, and cloud messaging features
• Actively participate in all team Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives), contributing to on-time and high-quality delivery
• Engage with developers across various disciplines (Android, iOS, APIs, Web) to learn and share knowledge
• Assist senior engineers in reviewing merge/pull requests and ensuring code quality standards
• Identify technical obstacles early and work closely with the team to find creative solutions
• Remain an active learner in all technologies related to cross-platform mobile development (React, React Native, TypeScript, JavaScript, Expo, Capacitor, etc.)

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field
• Must have completed at least 2 years of coursework (rising Junior or Senior preferred)
• Minimum GPA of 3.5 preferred
• Basic understanding of mobile application development concepts
• Familiarity with at least one cross-platform mobile framework such as:
• Expo / React Native
• Capacitor / Ionic
• Flutter (a plus)
• Proficiency in JavaScript and/or TypeScript
• Familiarity with React or similar component-based UI frameworks
• Basic understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and modern web technologies
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and how mobile apps connect to back-end services
• Experience with Git version control
• Understanding of basic UI/UX standards and mobile design principles (both Apple's Human Interface Guidelines and Google's Material Design)
• Strong communication skills, both spoken and written
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

• Prior project or coursework experience building mobile apps using Expo (React Native) or Capacitor
• Familiarity with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand, Context API)
• Exposure to native mobile development concepts in Swift (iOS) or Kotlin (Android)
• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning in mobile apps
• Familiarity with push notifications and cloud messaging APIs
• Basic knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for mobile apps
• Experience with app store deployment processes (Apple App Store, Google Play Store)
• Prior internship, co-op, or personal project experience in mobile or web development
• Familiarity with Agile practices (Scrum, Kanban)
• Experience with open-source frameworks and contributing to open-source projects

BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai's predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.

BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.