Senior Data Engineer - Onsite
Core
Designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-scale data architectures, pipelines, and secure data management solutions for mission-critical Department of Defense systems.
Role type
Senior Data Engineer (Security Clearance)
Builds
Enterprise data pipelines, secure data architectures, and cloud-based data solutions for DoD/Intelligence Community.
Domain
Defense / Intelligence Community / Secure Cloud Data Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Enterprise data architecture, ETL/ELT, SQL/NoSQL, Big Data (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka), Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), Python/Java/Scala, Data Governance, Data Security, DevSecOps, CI/CD, Containerization
Preferred skills
Classified DoD/IC program experience, Secure cloud environments, AI/ML data environments, Data Lake/Lakehouse design, Infrastructure as Code, Data Engineering certifications (AWS, Azure, CDMP, Security+, CISSP)
Technologies
Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, AWS, Azure, GCP, Python, Java, Scala, SQL, NoSQL
Responsibilities
Design and maintain enterprise-scale data architectures and pipelines; Develop ETL/ELT processes for structured and unstructured data; Optimize data models and workflows for performance and security; Develop software prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions; Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to security standards; Collaborate with architects and scientists to integrate data solutions; Implement data security controls and compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements; Establish data quality and governance processes; Support DevSecOps and CI/CD pipeline development; Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership
