A former engineer at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has landed a job at the Internal Revenue Service, joining the agency as a career employee. Sahil Lavingia, who previously worked on modernizing software for taxpayers, was recruited to the IRS by Sam Corcos, another DOGE operative.
Lavingia's experience in government began when he applied to be part of the US Digital Service (USDS) in 2015, which is now known as the US DOGE Service. Despite having no prior experience in government or specialized work, Lavingia was assigned to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), where he worked with other technologists brought into the government.
During his time at the VA, Lavingia attempted to use an AI tool to write code for the agency's systems and suggested moving away from paper forms entirely. However, he became disillusioned with DOGE's lack of organization and transparency after speaking to a reporter about his work.
In May, Lavingia was fired from his role at the VA after discussing his experience with DOGE. Now working as a career employee at the IRS, Lavingia said that he believes in using technology to make government services better but is critical of the current state of the IRS's online presence, stating that there should be a mobile app.
Lavingia anticipates working for the government for the next 10 years and plans to focus on modernizing software for taxpayers. If his work at the IRS doesn't work out, he may consider other opportunities in AI or tech.
Lavingia's experience in government began when he applied to be part of the US Digital Service (USDS) in 2015, which is now known as the US DOGE Service. Despite having no prior experience in government or specialized work, Lavingia was assigned to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), where he worked with other technologists brought into the government.
During his time at the VA, Lavingia attempted to use an AI tool to write code for the agency's systems and suggested moving away from paper forms entirely. However, he became disillusioned with DOGE's lack of organization and transparency after speaking to a reporter about his work.
In May, Lavingia was fired from his role at the VA after discussing his experience with DOGE. Now working as a career employee at the IRS, Lavingia said that he believes in using technology to make government services better but is critical of the current state of the IRS's online presence, stating that there should be a mobile app.
Lavingia anticipates working for the government for the next 10 years and plans to focus on modernizing software for taxpayers. If his work at the IRS doesn't work out, he may consider other opportunities in AI or tech.
I mean, it's great that someone with experience from DOGE is bringing their skills to the table, but honestly, who wouldn't want to leave a organization with such a... let's say, "clearinghouse" culture? 
Anyway, Lavingia's focus on modernizing software for taxpayers sounds like a step in the right direction - maybe this time they'll get it right? 
Like, it's been around since 2014 and has helped to modernize gov't services...or so we thought 
His experience at the VA was pretty lit, trying to use AI tools and all that jazz...but then he got fired for speaking out about the lack of organization & transparency at DOGE 
. Now, he's all about modernizing software for taxpayers and making gov't services more accessible on mobile apps...Fingers crossed it works out! 
. According to a study by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), every dollar invested in modernizing gov't services yields like $4 in economic growth 
. So, fingers crossed for Lavingia and the IRS! 
He's got some solid skills under his belt from his time working on modernizing software for taxpayers 
And I love how he's not afraid to speak up about the issues he sees in the IRS's online presence 
A mobile app would be a game-changer for taxpayer convenience! 
However, it's also super interesting that he had a run-in with DOGE and got fired after speaking out about his experience 
It just goes to show how important transparency is in government 
He's already trying to modernize software for taxpayers, but what if that's just a smokescreen for something more sinister? And why is he speaking out about the lack of transparency at DOGE now that he's part of the IRS? Coincidence? I don't think so. 
Plus, I'm still waiting for a decent mobile app from the IRS... 
. Anyway, I'm rooting for this guy, if anyone can turn the IRS around with some decent tech, it's him 
but now landed a job at the IRS with his same concerns 
about their online presence, like they need a mobile app 
.
this is so cool! I'm literally living for it when people like Sahil are given a chance to make a difference in the gov sector 
he's all about using tech to improve gov services and I am HERE FOR IT! 
I love that he's not afraid to speak up and share his ideas even if they don't always get met with positivity 
can you imagine having a mobile app for the IRS? game changer 
I'm so down for more efficient gov services! He's got some major experience under his belt and is already thinking about modernizing software 
we need more people like Sahil who care about using tech for good 
. Can't wait to see what Lavingia's got cooking 
. It's like they're creating their own little surveillance state 
. And Lavingia is all about modernizing software for taxpayers, but what if that's just a cover for tracking our every move? 
I'm not saying he's bad, but something don't add up...
. From applying to USDS back in 2015 to now working at the IRS, it's like a real-life spy thriller 
. And yeah, he did get fired from VA after speaking out about DOGE's lack of transparency 
. He's talking mobile app, modernizing software, all that good stuff 
. Maybe he should try to shake things up a bit before giving up hope