Kavaliro

Develop and maintain responsive, high-performance user interfaces, collaborate with QA and DevOps teams, participate in architectural design, convert design mockups into production-ready assets, and support the full agile lifecycle. | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years UI engineering experience on DoD or commercial projects, expert front-end skills including Angular, ability to obtain DoD clearance, and strong collaboration and documentation skills. | Kavaliro is seeking a skilled User Interface Engineer for our client to enhance and maintain our existing web applications. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about creating exceptional user experiences and thrives in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment. You will collaborate with QA teams to ensure software quality, support product launches, and work with DevOps to address operational challenges. In this role, you’ll contribute to system architecture discussions, including software, hardware, and communication components that support project requirements. You’ll assess technical options, recommend solutions, and create detailed UI specifications for development teams. You’ll also maintain and advocate for UI coding standards and may produce high-level design diagrams to guide development, testing, and deployment efforts. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software releases. • Participate in architectural design, ensuring solutions meet functional, technical, and cross-platform requirements. • Identify and recommend updates, upgrades, and enhancements to improve performance and usability. • Create detailed UI design documentation and contribute to design artifacts and white papers. • Develop responsive, cross-browser, high-performance user interfaces using modern frameworks. • Convert product design files (Figma, Photoshop, etc.) into production-ready web assets. • Apply design patterns to produce maintainable, scalable, and reusable code. • Support the full agile development lifecycle — from design and estimation to testing and deployment. • Facilitate team discussions to exchange ideas, evaluate new technologies, and improve development processes. • Work directly with SMEs to clarify requirements and ensure UI solutions meet user needs. • Engineer secure, reliable code with minimal supervision. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Interaction Design, Multimedia Design, or related field (or equivalent experience). • 5+ years of UI engineering experience on DoD or commercial projects. • Proven success building and launching high-traffic, customer-facing web applications. • Expert-level front-end development skills (HTML, CSS, preprocessors like SASS/LESS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Knockout; Angular preferred). • Strong understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility. • Experience converting design mockups into fully functional web components. • Ability to consistently deliver defect-free, well-performing work on schedule. • Comfortable analyzing requirements, designing secure solutions, and documenting implementation details. • Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to facilitate technical discussions and mentor peers. • Active U.S. Citizenship with an active DoD security clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain one). Preferred Experience • Geospatial/interactive map UI design and development. • TypeScript, Flow, Node.js, Angular/AngularJS. • Build tools like Webpack, Rollup, Grunt, or Gulp. • Agile project management tools such as Jira. • Familiarity with AWS and related services. • Relevant technical or Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, Microsoft MCSD/MCSE, SAFe). Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

Design, build, deploy, and maintain scalable AI/ML production systems ensuring security, compliance, and performance while mentoring junior developers. | 7+ years software engineering experience with strong Python, C++, Java, ML frameworks, MLOps tools, containerization, cloud deployment, DoD compliance knowledge, and U.S. citizenship. | Kavaliro is seeking a Senior Information Solution Architect for our client who will be focused on designing, building, and supporting production-level AI/ML systems. The engineer will take models developed by data scientists, re-architect them for scale, and ensure they can run efficiently, securely, and reliably in operational environments. Core responsibilities include creating training and deployment pipelines, APIs, and monitoring systems, while maintaining compliance with DoD and CMMC standards. The position also involves evaluating software requirements, proposing technical solutions, and contributing to long-term architecture strategies. In addition, the engineer will develop design documentation, conduct code reviews and quality checks, and provide mentorship to junior developers. Key Responsibilities • Develop, deploy, and maintain machine learning systems in production environments. • Convert prototype ML models into scalable, optimized solutions ready for operational use. • Design and implement full ML pipelines (training, evaluation, deployment, monitoring, retraining). • Build APIs and microservices to expose models to applications and end-users. • Apply MLOps practices, including CI/CD, model registries, version control, and reproducibility. • Monitor system health, model drift, and data drift, implementing retraining triggers where needed. • Optimize ML models for latency, throughput, and cost (e.g., quantization, distillation, distributed training). • Work with data engineers on data pipelines and with systems engineers to ensure smooth cloud deployment. • Ensure all systems meet performance, security, and compliance requirements. • Prepare design documentation, white papers, and system diagrams to support technical and program goals. • Participate in QA reviews, debugging, testing, and performance validation. • Collaborate with project managers to align schedules, resources, and technical direction. • Mentor less experienced team members and promote adherence to coding standards and best practices. Required Skills & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related technical field. • 7+ years of relevant experience in software engineering for DoD or commercial projects. • Strong programming skills in Python, C++, and Java. • Hands-on experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX. • Familiarity with MLOps tools (MLflow, Kubeflow, SageMaker, Vertex AI). • Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). • Proven ability to deploy and manage workloads in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure). • Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools for ML systems. • Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Maven, and Git. • Skilled in model optimization techniques and performance tuning. • Ability to work directly with SMEs and customers to clarify requirements and design solutions. • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently resolve complex technical challenges. • Knowledge of DoD secure coding requirements and compliance standards. • Must be a U.S. Citizen; active DoD clearance preferred or ability to obtain and maintain clearance. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with geospatial applications and interactive map design. • Knowledge of modern front-end tools (Node.js, Angular/AngularJS, TypeScript, Flow). • Familiarity with CSS preprocessors (Sass, Less) and build systems (Webpack, Rollup, Grunt, Gulp). • Experience with Agile development practices and tools like Jira. • Relevant technical or Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, Microsoft certifications, SAFe). • Exposure to AWS services and additional technical certifications. Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

Design, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable AWS cloud platforms ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards and driving automation and cost efficiency. | 6+ years supporting DoD or commercial cloud programs, AWS proficiency, Security+ certification, strong automation and infrastructure design skills, and U.S. citizenship with DoD clearance preferred. | Position Overview Kavaliro is seeking a Cloud Architect for our client who will be responsible for both deploying new client services and ensuring the ongoing stability and performance of existing environments. This role requires strong expertise in AWS and hands-on experience with consulting, infrastructure design, and native application development. The architect will build and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available platforms while driving automation and efficiency across cloud operations. Key responsibilities include designing and integrating complex IT systems, managing infrastructure migrations, overseeing full-stack application lifecycles, and ensuring compliance with CMMC, DoD, and cybersecurity standards. The Cloud Architect also plays a critical role in reducing costs and implementation time while delivering enterprise-grade solutions that meet mission requirements. This includes developing technical documentation, assessing configuration management processes, and recommending modern tools and approaches to keep environments optimized and future-ready. Required Skills & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent combination of training and experience • 6+ years supporting DoD or commercial cloud/IT programs • Proficiency with AWS Cloud services and CI/CD technologies • Experience architecting and managing large-scale IT systems (servers, networks, storage, cloud, virtualization) • Strong background in automation, infrastructure as code (IaC), and deployment pipelines • Ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues across hardware, operating systems, and applications • Familiarity with APIs and RESTful service integration • Skilled in collaborating with engineering and data teams to support advanced workloads (e.g., ML deployments, HPC) • Experience enforcing security, compliance, backup, and disaster recovery strategies • Hands-on experience with system migrations, upgrades, and high-availability solutions in AWS • Expertise in cloud cost analysis and optimization • Knowledge of configuration management and code versioning tools (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, etc.) • Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with stakeholders to clarify requirements and design solutions • CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent required • U.S. Citizenship required, with active DoD clearance preferred (or ability to obtain one) Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration • Strong knowledge of IaC tools such as CloudFormation, AWS CDK, SAM, or Terraform • Background in Linux/Windows administration, networking, and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) • AWS Solutions Architect Professional or DevOps Engineer Professional certifications • Prior experience building self-service platforms at scale • Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana) and automation frameworks (Ansible, Puppet) • Experience deploying applications with RESTful/SOAP interfaces • Ability to design cost-effective, multi-tiered cloud solutions with integrated monitoring and governance Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

Manage and coordinate major IT incidents to restore services quickly, handle escalations, communicate with stakeholders, and improve incident management processes. | 3+ years customer service, ITIL 4 Foundations and Azure Fundamentals certifications, experience with ServiceNow, crisis management, leadership, and strong communication skills. | Our client is seeking an IT Major Incident Manager for a contract opportunity. The primary purpose of the Major Incident Manager role is to ensure that impacting incidents are managed effectively and professionally, resulting in the restoration of normal service quickly, efficiently and with minimal impact to customer service. Acting as a point of contact for incoming incident escalations, the Incident Manager will be responsible for executing contact during an incident response scenario to guide and assist in the identification, escalation, and remediation of threats and incidents. This individual works closely with the Incident Owner as an incident lead and primary technical resource. The Incident Manager must possess strong problem solving, analytical and time management skills. They should also be able to apply organizational, critical thinking and oral and written communication skills. The Incident Manager will be an effective team player and leader who can work independently when necessary. Attention to detail and strong crisis management skills are critical to this position. Key Responsibilities: • Manage technology incidents, including identification, assessment, prioritization, escalation, communication, and resolution. • Execution of the enterprise Incident Management process, including management of incident queues, escalation as required to ensure that incidents are being resolved timely. • Responsible for the facilitation and response of all major incidents impacting mission critical business applications and Infrastructure services on a rotational 24/7/365 basis. • Conduct continuous process improvement for the Incident Management Life Cycle and Incident postmortem process. • Work with team members to facilitate the solution of complex problems with information technology software and hardware. • Handling the incident communications for all high priority incidents. Utilizing escalation tools to facilitate client communications of these incidents. • Verification of Major Incident notification messages to ensure completeness & correctness of the information being sent to the customer. • Maintaining incident logs and processing incident reports for review with upper management • Developing/maintaining technical and process documents for the Incident Management Team. • Ability to handle and perform in stressful situations. • Collaboration with service desk agents who work closely with the incident management staff. • Update the incident reporting system (ServiceNow) with resolution information. • Establish relationships within the organization being able to fully support any critical incident as required during high-profile events within the organization. Minimum Requirements: • 3+ years of customer service experience. • Knowledge of IT operations, IT systems, policies, and procedures including ITIL framework. • Excellent working knowledge of an ITSM platform - ServiceNow is preferred • Strong understanding of event management and escalation procedures. • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to think strategically and tactically in high-pressure situations. • Proven ability to analyze and solve a wide range of technical problems. Including the ability to perform first level assessment of technical and process deficiencies and follow up on investigations. • General project management experience. • Proficient with MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Work requires the ability to multi-task, be flexible and open to change • Aptitude for picking up new technologies and procedures. • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field • Demonstrated leadership abilities and a track record of successfully managing incident response teams. • Experience with crisis management and communications • ITIL 4 Foundations certification • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification • Customer/vendor management experience Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.