Data Engineer

Agile Defense; Hawaii; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense in Hawaii is seeking a Data Engineer to support secure data pipelines and analytics-ready datasets. You will work with data scientists, engineers, and mission stakeholders to process structured and unstructured data using Databricks, Spark, Palantir Foundry, and related platforms.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 3+ years of experience, with active Top Secret/SCI clearance to start. On-site work at Camp Smith, HI, with strict security requirements.

Qualifications

• Supports the development and maintenance of secure data pipelines and analytics-ready datasets.
• Collaborates with data scientists, engineers, and mission stakeholders.
• Experience with Python and SQL and ETL/ELT workflows.
• Knowledge of Spark, Databricks, and data validation practices.
• Active DoD clearance required to start.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain secure data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows.
• Prepare analytics-ready datasets for data science teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into data solutions.

Skills

Python

SQL

ETL/ELT Pipelines

Data Quality

Spark PySpark Databricks

Version Control Testing Documentation

Agile Development

DoD Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science data science engineering information systems mathematics

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Maven Smart Systems

War Data Platform

AWS

Azure

Docker

CI/CD

MLflow

APIs

Terraform

Job description

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #:

1818

Job Title:

Data Engineer

Location:

On-Site, Camp Smith, HI

Clearance Level:

Top Secret / SCI, Must Have Clearance to Start

Job Description

Supports the development and maintenance of secure data pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and analytics-ready datasets. Works with data scientists, engineers, and mission stakeholders to process structured and unstructured data using Databricks, Spark, Palantir Foundry, Maven Smart Systems, or comparable platforms.

Education and Background

Bachelors degree in computer science, data science, engineering, information systems, mathematics, or a related technical field. Equivalent combinations of education, technical certification, and relevant professional experience may be considered.

Years of Experience

3+ years of relevant data engineering, software development, data analytics, or enterprise-platform experience.

Required Skills

Experience with Python and SQL; experience supporting ETL/ELT pipelines and data transformations; familiarity with data validation, data modeling, and data-quality practices; familiarity with Spark, PySpark, Databricks, or comparable technologies; understanding of version control, testing, documentation, and Agile development; ability to collaborate with technical and nontechnical stakeholders; active DoD clearance required.

Preferred Skills

Experience with Palantir Foundry, Maven Smart Systems, or War Data Platform; familiarity with AWS or Azure; exposure to Docker, CI/CD, MLflow, APIs, or Terraform; experience supporting DoD or federal mission environments.

Working Conditions

Must be able to work on-site in a SCIF for eight hours per day, five days per week. Personal electronic devices and remote work may be restricted by facility and security requirements.

Our Core Values

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.