FAST Software Engineer

Job Title: FAST Software Engineer (Programmer/Developer – Mid Level)

Location: Onsite – 15 Metrotech Center, Brooklyn, NY
Duration: 6 Months (May 4, 2026 – November 1, 2026)
Hours: 35 hours/week (Monday–Friday, standard business hours)
Total Hours: 910 Hours
Max Rate: Up to $70/hour

Project Overview:

The NYC Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) is leading a critical initiative to redesign the NYC Secure App along with a citywide campaign aimed at protecting residents from phone and online scams. With New Yorkers losing an estimated $6.5 billion annually to scams, this initiative will deliver a comprehensive, privacy-focused digital solution to prevent fraud, educate vulnerable populations, and provide support resources.

This project will integrate across multiple city programs including Cybersecurity, 311, and Digital Equity to establish a unified and scalable approach to resident protection.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a FAST Software Engineer to support the end-to-end technical execution of new features for the NYC Secure App (iOS & Android) and associated digital platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for building scalable, secure, and privacy-centric systems that integrate with existing NYC infrastructure, data services, and workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop high-quality, scalable, and production-ready code with proper documentation and testing
• Build secure, responsive web applications aligned with NYC’s digital architecture
• Design and collaborate on core logic for mobile applications (iOS & Android) focused on scam/spam protection
• Develop accessible, responsive frontend resource sites using the NYC Design System
• Integrate digital reporting systems with existing city intake and backend platforms
• Apply industry-standard security and privacy protocols to protect user data
• Conduct unit testing and ensure code quality in collaboration with engineering leads
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and engineers in an Agile environment
• Participate in technical architecture discussions and contribute to solution design
• Adapt to new technologies or frameworks as needed to meet project goals

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 4+ years of experience as a Software Engineer or Application Developer
• Strong full-stack development experience with responsive web applications
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (product, design, engineering)
• Proficiency with Git-based version control workflows
• Experience with Agile/story-based tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps, Trello)
• Experience leading technical design and writing implementation plans
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with design system libraries
• Experience in mobile application development (iOS and/or Android)
• Knowledge of security best practices, encryption standards, and privacy-by-design principles
• Experience working with large-scale enterprise systems or legacy integrations
• Exposure to public-sector or large organizational environments

Additional Information:

• This is a fully onsite role based in Brooklyn, NY
• Overtime must be pre-approved by the project manager
• Candidates must be able to work within a highly collaborative, fast-paced Agile environment