Mobile Application Developer

Overview

Join Our Team as a Mobile Application Developer!

Are you passionate about creating high-impact Android mobile experiences? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your skills in Kotlin, Java, and other modern technologies can shine? We're looking for a visionary Mobile Application Developer to lead the design, development, and continuous enhancement of our mobile applications. Reporting to the Mobile Development Manager, you'll play a crucial role in translating our Ministry's vision into scalable, secure, and user-centric Android solutions. You'll also contribute to our mobile strategy, mentor fellow developers, and work closely with cross-functional teams to elevate our mobile app ecosystem. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and support the growth and excellence of our Ministry's mobile initiatives, we want to hear from you!

**This role is open as a remote opportunity. Candidates local to the Franklin, TN area will work a hybrid schedule.**

Here's some of what you will be doing:

• Design and develop Android applications using Kotlin, Java, or other relevant technologies aligned with modern mobile development standards.
• Translate UI/UX designs (e.g., Figma) into functional, responsive mobile features that reflect Ministry brand and user experience expectations.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code that supports long-term performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with backend engineers to design and implement robust API integrations.
• Conduct usability testing, performance audits, and accessibility reviews to ensure mobile apps meet Ministry standards for quality and reliability.
• Diagnose and resolve defects, stability concerns, and performance bottlenecks across Android platforms.
• Participate in roadmap planning and contribute to mobile architecture decisions and feature prioritization.
• Partner with designers, QA engineers, and internal stakeholders to deliver cohesive, cross-functional solutions.
• Maintain awareness of cross-platform considerations while prioritizing optimization of Android components within the Ministry’s app ecosystem.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Here's some experience we are seeking: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Software Engineering, a related field preferred or comparable learning/experience.
• 1-5 years of professional experience in mobile app development, with proven expertise in Android (Kotlin, Java and or Android Studio and mobile SDKs).
• Experience with RESTful API integration and third-party service connectivity.
• Familiarity with Agile workflows, Git-based version control, and CI/CD best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to translate design files into fully functional mobile applications.
• Possess strong willingness to learn. Must demonstrate ability to be proactive about learning.
• A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality. Need to be seen as a team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sincere business/Ministry relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for our mission and values.

What can we offer you?

• Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Short/long term disability and life insurance
• Robust 401K with company match
• Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
• Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay
• Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more
• Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform

Why work for Educational Media Foundation, K-LOVE/Air1?

Educational Media Foundation (EMF) is a nonprofit, multi-platform media company on a mission to draw people closer to Christ. Founded in 1982 in Santa Rosa, CA, with a single radio station, EMF today owns and operates the nation's two largest Christian music radio networks (K-LOVE and Air1) with over 1,000 broadcast signals across all 50 states and beyond, streaming audio reaching around the world, and a growing family of media ministries including podcasts, books, films, concerts, and events. EMF employs nearly 500 team members between its offices in Nashville, TN, Rocklin, CA, and field locations around the country. You can view our mission and values here Mission, Beliefs & Values. 

“As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status.  However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith.  Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.”