We are seeking a driven Data Engineer to support a federal government contract focused on designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines for enterprise-level data integration.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in data engineering, data integration, or related technical roles.
- Strong hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for streaming data pipelines.
- Strong experience with Apache Spark for large-scale data processing (batch and/or streaming).
- Advanced SQL development experience, including complex queries, performance tuning, and data transformation logic.
- Experience integrating and managing data across multiple heterogeneous data sources.
- Experience working in the federal government or other highly regulated environments with security and compliance requirements.
- Strong understanding of data quality management, data validation, and data governance practices.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail, especially in ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
- Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional technical and business teams.
- US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.
- Must reside in the Continental US.
- Depending on the government agency, specific requirements may include public trust background check or security clearance.
Benefits
- Health Care
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off including PTO, Holidays, and any other paid leave required by law