Interface Development Specialist

Akima

Springfield, VA

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JOB DETAILS

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SKILLS

Application Programming Interface (API), Aviation Industry, Community Support, Computer Science, Contract Negotiation, Contract Requirements, Customer Support/Service, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Quality, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Diversity, Documentation, Enterprise Architecture, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Government, Homeland Security, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information Technology Software, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Interoperability, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Metadata, Problem Solving Skills, REST (Representational State Transfer), Regulatory Compliance, SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), ServiceNow, Software Engineering, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Technical Writing, United States Citizen, XML (EXtensible Markup Language)

LOCATION

Springfield, VA

POSTED

12 days ago

Suvi is seeking an Interface Development Specialist for the TSA Enterprise Architecture Support Team in Springfield, VA. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong customer service, subject matter expertise, mission dedication, and a solid work ethic. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

The Interface Development Specialist designs, develops, and maintains interfaces and data exchanges that connect TSA’s Enterprise Architecture tools, repositories, and external systems under the EASS contract. Reporting to the Program Lead and Lead Architect while directly supporting the Architecture & Data Management Branch (ADMB), this role ensures seamless interoperability between the EA Repository (Ins-Pi/YouDesign), ServiceNow (including CSDM), and other TSA/DHS platforms. The specialist also standardizes interfaces for Transportation Screening Equipment (TSE) and external applications, enabling efficient, secure, and reliable data flow that supports governance, reporting, modernization, and real-time decision-making for TSA’s mission to protect the nation’s transportation systems.

Responsibilities

+ Design, develop, and implement APIs, XML interfaces, data feeds, and integration points between EA tools, the Ins-Pi/YouDesign repository, ServiceNow, and other TSA systems.

+ Create and maintain interface specification documentation, data exchange mappings, and integration approaches to ensure interoperability and compliance.

+ Standardize TSE interface connections using API methodology and streamline external interfaces used by TSA applications.

+ Perform extract, transform, load (ETL) processes, data cleansing, and troubleshooting for interface and data quality issues.

+ Support the integration of the EA Repository and metamodel with ServiceNow and the Common Service Data Model (CSDM).

+ Collaborate with the Tool/API Integrator, Modeling & Mapping Specialist, and domain architects to automate data feeds and ensure accurate information flow.

+ Provide recommendations for data interfaces and assist in reconciling information across systems to support governance, modernization, and reporting activities.

+ Participate in governance reviews and technology insertion evaluations with a focus on interface standards and interoperability.

+ Address optional or emerging interface requirements via contract modifications, negotiating costs as needed.

Qualifications

+ U.S. Citizenship.

+ Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

+ Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or related field.

+ 7+ years of experience in interface development, API integration, and data exchange in enterprise or federal IT environments.

+ Strong hands-on expertise with API development (RESTful, SOAP, XML), ETL processes, and integration platforms.

+ Proficiency in ServiceNow, CSDM, and enterprise architecture tools/repositories.

+ Excellent technical documentation, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills:

+ Master’s degree.

+ Experience supporting TSA, DHS, or other federal agencies with tool and system integrations.

+ Familiarity with Ins-Pi/YouDesign or similar EA modeling and repository tools.

+ Knowledge of federal data standards, metadata schemas, and compliance requirements (e.g., FITARA, OMB directives).

+ Certifications such as ServiceNow Certified Integration Specialist, API Management (MuleSoft, Apigee), or equivalent.

+ Background in Transportation Screening Equipment (TSE) data interfaces or aviation/security systems.

Job ID

2026-23001

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$150,000.00 -$150,000.00

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Suvi, an Akima company, is not just another federal mission services contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Suvi, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , Suvi provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , Suvi delivers subject matter experts, an agile management approach, and innovative technologies that accomplish customers’ missions safely, securely, and efficiently.

As a Suvi employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

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