Data Engineer

Accenture Federal Services; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 103,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services seeks a Data Engineer to support our client in Columbia, MD. You will deploy metadata tooling, manage cloud and on‑prem environments, and build connectors across data sources and BI tools. You’ll implement IaC, monitor ingestion, and ensure data governance and security controls.

The role requires experience in data engineering, data catalogs, and modern data platforms. A TS/SCI clearance is required, with opportunities to grow in a mission‑focused team.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in data engineering or platform engineering.
• Experience with data catalog platforms (Open Metadata, Collibra, Alation, etc.).
• Knowledge of data warehouse and data lake architectures.
• Experience with cloud platforms or Kubernetes (e.g., CKA, AWS Solutions Architect).
• Experience with data pipeline tools (Airflow, GitHub, GitLab, etc.).
• Bonus: ability to communicate design solutions, data governance, CI/CD pipelines, AI models understanding.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Open Metadata using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm charts.
• Manage infrastructure across cloud or on-prem environments.
• Implement infrastructure as code with Terraform or similar tools.
• Monitor data ingestion workflows and data quality indicators.
• Configure connectors to databases, data warehouses, BI tools and schedulers.
• Develop custom connectors and integrations using Python.
• Monitor and optimize metadata ingestion and lineage.
• Provide collaboration with data stewards and engineers to meet governance needs.

Tools

Open Metadata

Kubernetes

Terraform

AWS

Azure

GCP

Airflow

dbt

Tableau

PowerBI

Snowflake

BigQuery

Redshift

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Oracle

SQL Server

Elasticsearch

Airflow

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Data Engineer to join our team and support our client in Columbia, MD.

What you'll do:

• Platform Deployment & Management Deploy and configure Open Metadata using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm charts
• Manage infrastructure across cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) or on-premises environments
• Implement infrastructure as code using Terraform or similar tools
• Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and system scalability
• Data Integration & Connectivity Configure and maintain connectors for diverse data sources including databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server), data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift), BI tools (Tableau, PowerBI), and pipeline orchestrators (Airflow, dbt)
• Develop custom connectors and integrations using Python
• Implement and monitor metadata ingestion workflows
• Troubleshoot connectivity and data lineage issues
• Database & Search Administration Administer MySQL/PostgreSQL metadata store including backup, recovery, and performance tuning
• Manage Elasticsearch for search functionality and optimize query performance
• Monitor database health and implement scaling strategies
• Security & Compliance Configure authentication mechanisms (SSO, OAuth, LDAP/Active Directory)
• Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and data access policies
• Ensure encryption at rest and in transit
• Maintain compliance with data governance standards and regulations
• Monitoring & Operations Set up monitoring using Prometheus, Grafana, and logging tools
• Track system performance, ingestion metrics, and data quality indicators
• Respond to incidents and perform root cause analysis
• Create and maintain operational documentation and runbooks
• Collaboration & Support Partner with data stewards, engineers, and analysts to understand metadata requirements
• Train users on data catalog features and best practices
• Support data governance initiatives and policy implementation
• Participate in change management and platform upgrades

Clearance:

• Clearance : Must have an active TS/SCI level clearance and a willingness to sit for a polygraph

What you'll need:

• 3 years' experience in data engineering or platform engineering roles
• Prior experience with data catalog platforms (e.g.: Open Metadata, Collibra, Alation, etc.)
• Knowledge of data warehouse and lake architectures
• Knowledge of cloud platforms or Kubernetes (e.g.: CKA, AWS Solutions Architect, etc.)
• Experience with data pipeline tools (e.g.: Apache Airflow, GitHub, GitLab, etc.)
• Bonus Points if you have: Ability to communicate design solutions with development/engineering team and customer Experience with data governance, data normalization or metadata management initiatives Building out and using CI/CD pipelines Experience with standard AI models and practices Understanding of loop logic and lang graph

Compensation:

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply. The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is: $103,200 - $196,400 USD

What We Believe:

What We Believe As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve