OVERVIEW I'm building Inkora, a subscription web app: an AI creative-writing companion for fiction (romance, fan fiction, poetry, general fiction). The React front-end is COMPLETE and will be provided, with clearly marked integration points. I need the backend built, connected, and the full app deployed. This is an 18+ platform with content safeguards. STACK ALREADY IN PLACE - React front-end (provided; single-file app ready to be scaffolded into a project) - GitHub (repo will live on my account) - Vercel (hosting, my account) - Stripe account created - Anthropic (Claude) API key — must live server-side only, never in client code - Domain: inkora.com SCOPE OF WORK 1. Secure AI endpoint — a serverless endpoint (e.g. POST /api/write) that attaches the provided system prompt, calls the Claude API with the server-side key, and returns the text to the front-end. Suggested writing model: claude-sonnet-4-6. 2. Content moderation — screen user input BEFORE the model call and model output AFTER it. Block sexually explicit content and gratuitous graphic gore. Use a inexpensive-model screen (e.g. Haiku) or a third-party moderation API. Log violations; support a warn-then-suspend flow. 3. Auth — your recommendation (Supabase or Firebase preferred). Email + password baseline; Google sign-in if low effort. 4. Database — persist each user's stories (title, genre, full message history, timestamps), characters, and notes. The front-end already models these data shapes. The story's full saved history must be sent with each AI request (this powers in-story continuity). 5. Subscriptions (Stripe) — $10/month, ~$27/quarter, ~$96/year. Free tier: 10 messages per day (make this a config value), resetting every 24h. Gate writing access by subscription status / remaining free allowance. Handle the subscription lifecycle via webhooks. 6. Age-gate persistence — the front-end collects date of birth + an 18+ affirmation; store the affirmation timestamp with the account. Structure it so a third-party age-verification provider can be swapped in later without reworking the flow. I'm open to building on a proven starter/template (e.g. the Vercel AI chatbot template) if it speeds things up — adapting solid existing code is welcome. DELIVERABLES - Deployed, working app (provided front-end + your backend) on my Vercel, repo on my GitHub - All secrets configured as environment variables (never in client code) - Short handoff notes: key rotation, where moderation logs live, how to change config values WHAT I PROVIDE - Complete front-end code, a written backend brief, and the system prompt (shared privately with the selected freelancer) - All accounts (GitHub, Vercel, Stripe, Anthropic) already created and ready TO APPLY, PLEASE ANSWER THESE IN YOUR PROPOSAL: 1. Have you wired Stripe subscriptions with webhooks before? Link or example. 2. How will you keep the API key off the client? 3. How would you implement input + output moderation cost-effectively? 4. Have you deployed serverless APIs on Vercel? 5. Your fixed quote and timeline for this scope. Proposals that don't answer these questions will not be considered.

Job Description Summary We're looking for a senior full stack JavaScript / TypeScript engineer to join an active client engagement immediately. The work centers on taking a Chrome Extension from MVP to production, alongside a companion SaaS application used by the team managing the extension. General information This engagement is part of a larger product build for one of our clients. An MVP of the Chrome Extension has already been developed, and the focus now shifts to building, hardening, scaling, and shipping a production-ready release. The SaaS application serves the internal team that manages and operates the extension, and will be built in parallel. You'll be joining an existing engineering team with a project manager already in place. The role requires someone who can orient quickly in an active codebase, collaborate closely with teammates, and interface with project stakeholders when needed. Work is coordinated through Jira, and the team communicates via Slack and Zoom. You'll be onboarded with a Microsoft account that provides SSO access to the tools and systems you need from day one. Development work is performed by connecting to a secure dev workspace directly from your local IDE. Tasks and Deliverables - Take the Chrome Extension from MVP to a stable, production-ready release. - Contribute to the development of a companion SaaS application for the client's internal team. - Integrate into the existing engineering team and align with the project manager on priorities and delivery. - Engage with project stakeholders directly as needed throughout the engagement. - Maintain code quality, documentation, and engineering standards appropriate for a production product. Required experience - Senior-level full stack JavaScript and TypeScript experience. - Demonstrated experience building and shipping Chrome Extensions. - Strong front-end engineering skills, including a modern framework such as React. - Solid back-end experience with Node.js and REST API development. - Proven ability to onboard into an existing codebase and contribute without a long ramp-up period. - Experience working within a structured engagement — alongside a PM, an existing team, and external stakeholders. - Familiarity with Jira for task tracking and project coordination. - Excellent English communication skills; US-based or US timezone required. - Availability during standard US business hours, Monday through Friday. Nice to have: - Experience with SaaS architecture, including multi-tenant application patterns. - Familiarity with Chrome Extension APIs including content scripts, background service workers, and the Chrome storage API. - Background working in agency or client-services environments. Engagement highlights - Step into an active, well-scoped project with established project management and a clear path to production. - Work across two connected workstreams — a Chrome Extension and a SaaS platform — with room to take meaningful ownership. - Join an engaged team with strong client-side collaboration and defined stakeholder involvement. Additional information All candidates selected for engagement are subject to a standard background check prior to onboarding.

We are seeking an experienced Workflow Automation Specialist to design and implement a scalable email automation system that streamlines the processing of inbound requests and outbound communications for Data Subject Rights Requests. Our team currently handles a moderate-to-high volume of incoming emails from multiple sources. Much of the workflow involves repetitive administrative tasks, including reviewing emails, extracting key information, manually logging data, and sending standardized responses. We are looking for a consultant/developer who can evaluate our existing process (combination of GMail & Monday.com), recommend the best tech to use, and build a solution that significantly reduces manual effort while maintaining accuracy, visibility, and auditability (this is key!). Full job & project details in the attached PDF

We are looking for an experienced Full Stack Developer to help build and enhance a custom business web application with admin dashboard functionality, user management, API integrations, database-driven features, and a modern responsive frontend. This is not a SaaS project. The application is a custom internal/business platform designed to improve operations, manage users, organize data, connect third-party services, and provide a clean dashboard experience for internal teams and business users. The ideal developer should be comfortable working across the full stack, from frontend UI development to backend API architecture, database structure, authentication, role-based access, third-party integrations, and deployment support. Key responsibilities include: • Build and improve custom web application features • Develop clean, responsive frontend interfaces • Create and enhance admin dashboard functionality • Implement user management and role-based access control • Build secure backend APIs and database-driven workflows • Connect third-party APIs and business tools • Create forms, filters, tables, reports, and dashboard views • Improve application performance and user experience • Work with authentication, authorization, and protected routes • Support deployment and final project handoff • Document completed work and technical decisions Required skills: • Full Stack Development • Web Application Development • React.js • Next.js • Node.js • Express.js • TypeScript • JavaScript • REST API Development • API Integration • Admin Dashboard Development • User Management • Role-Based Access Control • Database Management • PostgreSQL / MongoDB / MySQL • Responsive Web Design • Git / GitHub Nice to have: • Experience building business management platforms • Experience with internal tools and admin dashboards • Experience with CRM, payment, email, or third-party integrations • Experience with AWS, Docker, CI/CD, or deployment workflows • Strong understanding of clean, scalable application architecture • Ability to work independently and provide clear progress updates Project expectations: We are looking for someone who can take ownership of assigned features, understand business requirements, and deliver clean, maintainable, production-ready work. The right developer should be able to think beyond individual tasks and help suggest better ways to structure features, improve workflows, and create a more reliable application. This project may include ongoing work if the initial collaboration goes well, including additional features, dashboard improvements, API integrations, automation workflows, and long-term application enhancements. To apply, please include: - Your experience with custom web applications - Examples of admin dashboards or internal tools you have built - Your strongest frontend and backend stack - Your experience with API integrations - Your availability this week We are looking to start soon and would prefer someone who can communicate clearly, work independently, and deliver high-quality full stack development work.

Full-Stack Developer | Freelance, Project-Based About Our Requirement We are seeking an experienced full-stack developer to work with us in transforming an early-stage concept into a polished, market-ready web and mobile application. This is a long-term opportunity to play a key role in shaping and continually improving the product architecture, user experience, and technical implementation while collaborating closely with the founders. Our objective is to create a subscription-based educational technology platform that helps families and students to better organize and manage academic information through a simple, intuitive interface The ideal solution will securely integrate commonly used educational tools and systems into a student dedicated web and mobile app providing users with a streamlined experience that reduces complexity and improves day-to-day organization. The project has progressed beyond the concept stage, with core functionality, a preliminary dashboard and workflows already defined. We are now looking for a developer with the skills to refine the platform, build a scalable and secure architecture, integrate with appropriate third-party services and APIs, and prepare the product for commercial launch. The Opportunity Based on the parameters noted above, we are seeking a mid-level full-stack developer to work directly with the project owners (non-technical but closely involved in every design decision) to help us finalize or vision and providing †he expertise to scale up our platform by applying secure real data integrations, adding durable data storage, and improving reliability — while preserving and enhancing the ease of functionally and user accessibility. Project Scope (Phase 1) • Interact with the founders to develop the means to migrate dedicated data from multiple platforms into our unique web based/mobile App. • Assist the founders in the creation and deployment of hosting and custom domain configuration. • Design and build a lightweight backend + database layer (e.g. Vercel serverless functions with a hosted Postgres database, or similar) to replace localStorage-only persistence • Evaluate whether to keep the current vanilla HTML/CSS/JS front end or migrate to a lightweight framework (e.g. Next.js), and implement that recommendation • Maintain and extend the accessibility standards already established (WCAG contrast, dyslexia-friendly typography, reduced-motion support) — nothing developed should regress readability for a dyslexic user • Set up a system of basic monitoring/error logging so issues surface before the subscribers are negatively (in terms or platform use) affected. • Document the codebase and deployment process clearly enough for a non-technical owner to follow Required Skills & Experience • 3+ years of professional full-stack development experience • Strong JavaScript/TypeScript, both front-end and back-end (Node.js) • Experience building and securing REST APIs, including OAuth 2.0 integrations with third-party services • Experience with serverless deployment (Vercel, Netlify, AWS Lambda, or similar) • Comfortable designing a database schema and working with a hosted database (Postgres, MySQL, or similar managed service) • Solid understanding of Git/GitHub workflows • Working knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA or better) • Able to work independently against a scoped project brief with minimal day-to-day oversight • Experience integrating with EdTech platforms • Experience designing for neurodivergent users (dyslexia, ADHD, or similar) or prior accessibility-focused UX work • Familiarity with Next.js or similar lightweight React frameworks • Comfortable explaining technical tradeoffs to non-technical stakeholders Working Style This project is owned by a student’s parent, not a technical team — clear, patient, jargon-free communication matters as much as the code. You should be comfortable: • Proposing options in plain language and guiding the founders to understanding critical issues in order to (as a team) make informed decisions • Working within an existing, already-designed visual system rather than starting from scratch • Delivering in small, reviewable increments rather than one large handoff at the end Engagement Details Type: Freelance, project-based (fixed scope with a defined set of ending objectives) and a long-term potential for follow-on work) Location: Remote Estimated timeline: [Phase 1 – target implementation date – August 31, 2026] [Phase 2 – to include platform refinements based of in-use feedback and scaling the platform up to allow for beta testing of 10-20 users] Budget: [Phase 1 - $ 2,000.00] [Phase 2 - $ 1,500.00] Start date: [Immediately] How to Apply Please provide relevant past projects (especially any EdTech, accessibility, or OAuth/API integration work), your estimated timeline and desired rate (fixed or hourly) for the scope above, and any questions or alternative approaches you'd suggest for the backend/data layer. Please Note: A signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is required before the start of this project engagement. This ensures that all confidential information shared throughout the project remains protected and that both parties have a clear understanding of their confidentiality obligations.

About ProviderNow ProviderNow is the healthcare platform you've always wished existed—and will actually use. We're transforming how people access healthcare by making high-quality care simple, transparent, and affordable through nationwide virtual care, transparent pricing, affordable pharmacy solutions, and an AI-powered healthcare platform. Following our successful launch, we're expanding our platform, strengthening our provider ecosystem, and adding new services and capabilities. We're looking for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and building reliable healthcare technology that serves real people every day. Your Opportunity We're seeking a hands-on Senior Software Engineer to work directly with our Senior Tech Lead and CEO. This is a development-first role. You'll spend the majority of your time designing, building, integrating, troubleshooting, and improving the ProviderNow platform. You'll own meaningful technical initiatives from design through deployment while partnering closely with our Senior Tech Lead to build secure, scalable, and maintainable software. We're looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving difficult engineering problems, and shipping high-quality code quickly. What You'll Do Design, develop, and maintain backend services using PHP (Laravel). Develop modern frontend functionality using JavaScript. Design, build, and own integrations with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, provider networks, pharmacy partners, payment platforms, and other third-party APIs. Ensure healthcare and application data is transmitted, processed, and stored securely. Build secure, scalable REST APIs and backend services. Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement long-term solutions. Write clean, maintainable, well-tested, and well-documented code. Participate in architecture discussions and contribute practical engineering recommendations. Collaborate closely with the Senior Tech Lead on feature planning, code reviews, and technical execution. Work within Azure DevOps using Boards, Repos, Pull Requests, Pipelines, and CI/CD best practices. Develop and maintain queues, scheduled jobs, background processes, and asynchronous workflows. Continuously improve platform performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate has: 5+ years of professional software engineering experience. Strong experience building production applications with PHP and Laravel. Strong JavaScript experience. Experience designing and integrating REST APIs and third-party services. Experience working with Azure DevOps, including Boards, Repos, Pull Requests, and Pipelines. Experience troubleshooting production systems and complex software issues. Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, API security, and secure application development. Experience building scalable backend systems. Experience working with queues, asynchronous processing, scheduled jobs, and background workers. Strong debugging and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A bias toward action with a passion for shipping high-quality, production-ready software. We’re looking for engineers who enjoy owning features from design through deployment, not developers who simply complete assigned tickets. You should be comfortable thinking beyond the code by identifying potential issues, recommending improvements, collaborating across the team, and taking ownership of delivering high-quality solutions. Preferred Experience Experience with any of the following is a plus: Healthcare technology Electronic Health Record (EHR) integrations FHIR or HL7 standards Microsoft Azure Payment gateway integrations HIPAA-compliant applications CI/CD pipelines Distributed or event-driven systems High-availability web applications What Success Looks Like Within your first six months, you'll: Become a trusted engineering partner to the Senior Tech Lead. Successfully deliver key platform enhancements and third-party integrations. Improve the reliability, scalability, and maintainability of the ProviderNow platform. Help accelerate development velocity through thoughtful engineering and high-quality code. Take ownership of major technical features from design through deployment. Help strengthen the technical foundation that supports ProviderNow's continued growth. Opportunity for Growth As ProviderNow continues to scale, this role offers the opportunity to take on increasing technical ownership and grow alongside a rapidly expanding healthcare technology company. We're committed to promoting high performers and providing opportunities for long-term growth as our engineering organization expands. Why Join ProviderNow? You'll help build technology that genuinely improves access to healthcare while solving challenging engineering problems involving healthcare integrations, secure APIs, cloud infrastructure, and scalable software systems. You'll work directly with experienced leadership in a fast-moving startup where your ideas matter, your contributions are visible, and your work reaches production quickly. If you're passionate about building modern software, solving difficult technical problems, and making a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Backend development support connecting a web application’s API to Stripe for usage-based billing. Scope includes configuring API authentication, setting up Stripe checkout for paid access tiers, and testing the payment-to-access flow

Overview I am looking for an experienced Python developer to build a stand-alone desktop research application for futures trading strategy analysis. This is not an automated trading bot and does not require live trading execution. The purpose of this software is to replace manual backtesting and allow systematic research of Opening Range Breakout (ORB) strategies. The application will allow a trader to quickly test strategy variations, compare results, and identify robust parameters without manually running hundreds of backtests. Accuracy of results is the highest priority. Project Goal Build a desktop application where the user can: Select a futures market Load historical data Configure ORB strategy parameters Run single tests or multiple parameter combinations Analyze results Compare experiments side-by-side Save research results The software should be simple and user-friendly. Platform Stand-alone desktop application. Primary requirement: Windows Desired: macOS compatibility The user should not need: TradingView Excel FX Replay Coding knowledge The software should open like a normal desktop application. Supported Markets (Version 1) The architecture should support: Nasdaq Futures NQ MNQ S&P 500 Futures ES MES The system should properly handle: Tick size Tick value Contract specifications The design should allow additional futures markets to be added later. Data Requirements Historical Data Integration with: Databento API Requirements: 1-minute historical data User-selectable date ranges Ability to build higher timeframe candles from 1-minute data Supported research candles: 1 minute 3 minute 5 minute 10 minute 15 minute ORB Strategy Engine Standard ORB User can select: 1 minute 3 minute 5 minute 10 minute 15 minute opening range Dynamic ORB (Anchor ORB) User can select: 1 minute 3 minute 5 minute 10 minute 15 minute Logic: The first candle that closes outside the opening range becomes the new ORB anchor. The closing price of that candle becomes the reference level for entries. Entry Types Version 1 supports: Breakout entry Dynamic ORB anchor entry Stop Loss Testing User can test: 25% 33% 50% 66% 75% 100% Stop size is based on ORB size. Profit Target Testing The software must support testing multiple R targets: From: 0.5R to 10R In: 0.5R increments Example: 0.5R 1R 1.5R 2R etc. Risk Management Support: Fixed Dollar Risk Example: $100 $250 $500 Percentage Account Risk Example: 0.5% 1% 2% Filters ORB Size Filter User selectable: Minimum: 0.10% Maximum: 2.00% Day of Week Filter Allow testing: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday News Filters Option to exclude: High-impact economic news days FOMC days Federal Reserve Chair speech days Research Engine The software must support: Single Backtest Run one specific strategy configuration. Multi-Variable Testing Allow combinations of: Market ORB duration ORB size Entry type Stop size Profit target Day filters News filters Example: Test: 10 ORB sizes 6 stop sizes 20 profit targets Multiple markets Automatically generate and run experiments. Parameter Locking Important feature: The user must be able to lock certain parameters while testing others. Example: Lock: Entry type Risk model Optimize: ORB size Stop Target This prevents unnecessary over-optimization. Results Dashboard Display: Performance Metrics Net Profit Profit Factor Expectancy Win Rate Total Trades Average Winner Average Loser Maximum Drawdown Largest Winning Streak Largest Losing Streak Charts Required: Equity Curve Drawdown Curve Experiment Comparison Allow side-by-side comparison. Example: Strategy A vs Strategy B Compare: Parameters Profit Factor Expectancy Drawdown Trade count Win rate Saving Research Users should be able to: Save experiments Reopen experiments Save notes Technical Preferences Preferred: Python backend Open to developer recommendations for: Desktop framework Database Architecture Experience preferred with: Financial applications Backtesting systems Time-series data Quantitative research tools Important Developer Qualifications Please have experience with: Event-driven backtesting Historical market data Avoiding look-ahead bias Accurate trade simulation Parameter optimization This project is research-focused. A simple candle backtester is not sufficient. Application Requirements Please provide: Examples of similar work GitHub or portfolio links if available Recommended technology stack Estimated timeline Fixed-price estimate Budget Expected MVP range: $4,000–$7,000 (depending on experience and recommended architecture) This project may expand into future versions after successful completion. Final Note The goal is to build a reliable research tool that allows systematic testing of futures strategies. The first version should prioritize: Accuracy Simplicity Ease of use Clean architecture for future expansion

We are looking for a skilled Full-Stack Developer with experience in AI and software engineering to support client communication and technical requirement gathering. In this role, you will be responsible for engaging directly with stakeholders through calls, understanding their technical and business needs, and accurately translating those requirements into clear, actionable documentation for the development team. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in full-stack development, AI systems, and modern software architecture, enabling them to ask the right questions, validate assumptions, and ensure that project requirements are correctly captured without ambiguity. You will act as a bridge between clients and engineering teams, ensuring smooth communication and reducing misunderstandings during project execution. Responsibilities include conducting requirement-gathering calls, clarifying technical specifications, documenting system needs, and collaborating closely with developers and product teams. Strong understanding of AI-driven systems, web technologies, and software development workflows is essential to perform effectively in this role. We are seeking someone who can combine technical expertise with clear communication skills, ensuring that complex requirements are translated into structured, developer-ready specifications that support successful project delivery.

Eligibility: This role is open to U.S. citizens only due to client security and compliance requirements. Please apply through this posting only — do not contact Data-Sleek directly regarding this position. Applications received outside this channel will not be considered and reported to Upwork. Data-Sleek is looking for a Senior AI Solutions Engineer to lead our on-premise and government-cloud AI deployments. You will design, build, and deploy AI-powered data pipelines for clients who cannot use commercial cloud due to ITAR, CMMC, or other data residency constraints, beginning with a client in the aerospace and defense sector. Beyond this first engagement, you will become Data-Sleek's go-to engineer for AI deployments across defense and aerospace clients, building the practice rather than just executing a single project. About Data-Sleek Founded in 2020, Data‑Sleek® is a U.S.-based AI and data consulting firm that helps mid-market companies build the data foundation that AI actually runs on. We own the full path — data strategy, architecture, integration, warehousing, and AI implementation — so organizations can adopt AI with confidence, stay compliant, and scale, without first hiring an internal data team. Our distributed U.S. team (San Francisco, Los Angeles, Irvine, Dallas, Chicago, and New York) partners with clients across healthcare, finance, insurance, logistics, and technology, modernizing data platforms with best-in-class tools like Snowflake, dbt, Fivetran, Tableau, and AWS. Trusted by Fortune 500 institutions and growing companies alike, Data‑Sleek turns complex data into measurable outcomes — faster insight, lower cost, and AI projects that deliver. About the Role You will own the technical delivery of AI-powered data pipelines in restricted environments where commercial cloud is not an option. The immediate engagement centers on a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) data migration: building a pipeline that connects to a client's SharePoint on a restricted Microsoft 365 government tenant, reads engineering documents, classifies and summarizes them, detects duplicates, and rates naming-convention compliance to produce a migration-readiness report. You will start on-premise, then help the client evaluate and move to government cloud for production. Key Responsibilities AI Pipeline Development Build AI pipelines that connect to a client's SharePoint on a government cloud tenant, read engineering documents, classify them by type, generate summaries, detect duplicates, and rate naming-convention compliance in support of PLM data migration. Catalog large document repositories and produce migration-readiness reports and Excel catalogs that give clients a clear, measurable picture of their data. Engineer document-parsing workflows across DOCX, PDF, and XLSX formats, including embedding generation and database operations. On-Premise & Government Cloud Deployment Deploy on-premise first — a Mac Mini running Gemma via Ollama — standing up, serving, and tuning local inference infrastructure. Evaluate and migrate to production on Azure OpenAI (Azure Government) or AWS Bedrock (GovCloud) when the client is ready to scale. Keep deployments compliant within ITAR-sensitive, restricted-network boundaries throughout. Architecture & Cost Advisory Produce cost models and architecture recommendations that help client IT teams make informed platform decisions based on measured data, not vendor pitches. Compare deployment options — local, Azure Government, and AWS GovCloud — on cost, performance, and compliance, and explain the trade-offs clearly. Practice Building & Delivery Serve as Data-Sleek's go-to engineer for AI deployments across defense and aerospace clients. Build a reusable capability — a repeatable AI-solutions practice — rather than executing a single one-off project. What You Bring Required U.S. Citizen: U.S. citizenship is required and non-negotiable due to ITAR and client security and compliance requirements. Production LLM deployment: You have stood up inference infrastructure — not just called an API. You've handled model loading, memory constraints, failure modes, and throughput tuning in a real deployment. Local inference: Ollama, vLLM, llama.cpp, LM Studio, or TGI. You've served open-source models (Gemma, Llama, Mistral) on local hardware. Cloud AI platforms: Azure OpenAI or AWS Bedrock — at least one. Service configuration, model access, authentication, and token-based pricing. Python: Pipeline engineering — document parsing (DOCX, PDF, XLSX), API integrations, embedding generation, and database operations (SQLite, Postgres). Experience: 5+ years post-degree in software engineering, data engineering, or ML engineering. Strong Preferences Microsoft ecosystem: Entra ID, Microsoft Graph API, and SharePoint REST API at the API level. GCC High experience is a bonus. MCP (Model Context Protocol): Experience building or consuming MCP servers — a significant plus for a fast-evolving protocol. Workflow orchestration: n8n, Temporal, Airflow, or similar. The pipeline is orchestrated, not scripted. Government cloud awareness: Understanding of what FedRAMP High, IL4/IL5, and ITAR mean for cloud architecture decisions. Embeddings & vector similarity: sentence-transformers, pgvector, Qdrant, or FAISS for duplicate detection. 
Bonus (valued if present) Aerospace or defense experience: Familiarity with ECOs, BOMs, and AS9100 saves ramp time. Apple Silicon optimization: MLX, Metal acceleration, and Ollama tuning on M-series chips. Agentic frameworks: Bedrock AgentCore or Azure AI Foundry — the future direction involves agentic AI workflows on government cloud. What This Role Is Not Model training or fine-tuning. This is deployment engineering, not research. Data science or statistical modeling. The AI here is document understanding and classification, not predictive analytics. Frontend development. The deliverable is an Excel catalog and a report, not a web app. Sales or client acquisition. Data-Sleek's leadership manages the client relationship; you focus on delivery. Engagement & Compensation Remote, US-based. Occasional on-site travel to client facilities for hardware deployment and workshops may be needed. An average of 2–3 trips for the first engagement may be possible. Compensation. $40-$55/hour Why Join Data-Sleek? At Data-Sleek, you'll lead AI deployments in environments most engineers never touch — government cloud and on-premise systems where commercial tools simply aren't an option. Your work will directly shape how defense and aerospace clients adopt AI, and you'll build a reusable capability the company grows around. We focus on doing the right thing architecturally rather than selling the most expensive option, and we give our engineers the autonomy to deliver real solutions for real constraints. How to Apply If you've shipped real LLM deployments with real constraints, we'd like to hear from you. Please submit: Your resume A brief note describing one LLM deployment you've shipped — what model, what infrastructure, what data source, and what went wrong. Data-Sleek® is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all contractors.