Data Engineer - SME
Core
Architect, lead, and execute enterprise-wide high-assurance data platform initiatives and data mesh topologies for classified enclaves.
Role type
Principal Data Engineer (SME)
Builds
Enterprise-scale, high-assurance data platforms and data mesh architectures
Domain
Defense and intelligence community data infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Enterprise data architecture, distributed data systems, lakehouse architectures, real-time analytics, data security standards, zero-trust governance, multi-cloud strategy, Kubernetes, Python, Scala, C++, Go, DevSecOps
Preferred skills
Advanced certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, CISSP, CKA), high-assurance systems expertise, national security data integration
Technologies
Kubernetes, Python, Scala, C++, Go, Multi-cloud, Air-gapped environments
Responsibilities
Architect end-to-end implementation of enterprise-scale data platforms; Serve as principal technical authority on distributed data systems; Mandate enterprise-wide data security standards; Set strategic roadmap for multi-cloud and air-gapped deployments; Interface with agency leadership to align data capabilities with mission objectives
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship