Job description

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Koniag Data Solutions, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Cloud Software Developer/Architect with a Secret Security clearance to support KDS and our government customer at Ft. McNair, DC. The position is hybrid, requires 4 days a week onsite. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement. Koniag Data Solutions is seeking a skilled Senior Cloud Software Developer/Architect to support KDS and our government customer in modernizing a large-scale document management and search platform. This role is central to integrating generative AI and emerging cloud technologies into a mission-critical application hosted in the cArmy cloud environment. The ideal candidate combines strong full-stack development skills with hands-on cloud architecture experience and a proven ability to deliver AI-powered solutions in secure, regulated environments. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and deploy next-generation applications and services within the army cloud environment Optimize performance, search, and indexing capabilities for a 100M+ document repository, including speed improvements, metadata tagging, and usability enhancements Lead the integration of generative AI and machine learning capabilities to improve document indexing, metadata management, search relevance, and user access Leverage emerging technologies to enhance data architecture and system scalability Provide general system administration, maintenance, and support, including security accreditation and help desk escalation support Implement and maintain cloud security controls including access management, encryption, and compliance with applicable security standards Required Qualifications: Clearance Requirement: Must be able to obtain Secret Security Clearance Cloud & Architecture: Expert-level proficiency with AWS, and Azure; familiarity with cArmy Cloud strongly preferred Strong understanding of cloud security principles and the ability to implement access controls, encryption, and related safeguards Experience integrating systems and services via APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture Solid understanding of cloud database management, data modeling, querying, and optimization Generative AI & Emerging Technology: Demonstrated experience integrating generative AI into production applications Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and data pipeline architectures supporting large-scale document repositories Development & DevSecOps: Proficiency in Python and Java; experience with JavaScript frameworks (Node.js, Express, Angular) Web development skills including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Proficiency with version control systems (Git, Subversion, CVS) Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline design and management Proficiency with modern IDEs such as Visual Studio Code Ability to write efficient, scalable, and maintainable code Ability to design and build intuitive, user-friendly interfaces Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid government environment Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a closely related field Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352

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Must-haves

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and deploy next-generation applications and services within the army cloud environment
Optimize performance, search, and indexing capabilities for a 100M+ document repository, including speed improvements, metadata tagging, and usability enhancements
Lead the integration of generative AI and machine learning capabilities to improve document indexing, metadata management, search relevance, and user access
Leverage emerging technologies to enhance data architecture and system scalability
Provide general system administration, maintenance, and support, including security accreditation and help desk escalation support
Implement and maintain cloud security controls including access management, encryption, and compliance with applicable security standards
Must be able to obtain Secret Security Clearance
Strong understanding of cloud security principles and the ability to implement access controls, encryption, and related safeguards
Experience integrating systems and services via APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture
Solid understanding of cloud database management, data modeling, querying, and optimization
Demonstrated experience integrating generative AI into production applications
Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and data pipeline architectures supporting large-scale document repositories
Proficiency in Python and Java; experience with JavaScript frameworks (Node.js, Express, Angular)
Web development skills including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Proficiency with version control systems (Git, Subversion, CVS)
Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline design and management
Proficiency with modern IDEs such as Visual Studio Code
Ability to write efficient, scalable, and maintainable code
Ability to design and build intuitive, user-friendly interfaces
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid government environment

Nice-to-haves

Expert-level proficiency with AWS, and Azure; familiarity with cArmy Cloud strongly preferred

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