Data Engineer

Paycom - ATS; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Federal Solutions Inc is seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and architectures supporting intelligence operations. You will collaborate with data scientists and analysts to meet data needs, translate them into technical requirements, and ensure data integrity, availability, and security.

You will design and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes, monitor systems for performance, and work with IT and cybersecurity teams to safeguard data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field.
• TS SCI eligibility may be required for sensitive work.
• 3+ years of data engineering experience with large-scale systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines.
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to define data needs.
• Develop ETL processes for reliable data transformation.
• Monitor performance and optimize data architectures.
• Ensure data security, integrity, and availability.
• Document data processes for future reference.

Skills

Python

Java

Scala

SQL

Data pipelines

ETL

Cloud platforms

Data security

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

ETL tools

Job description

Data Engineer# Data EngineerWashington DC, DC 20032## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## Description**Knight Federal Solutions is a trusted provider to industry leading prime contractors, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. We have established a company culture that supports our employees, their families and the communities in which they live and work. When you join our team you belong to a group of people that work hard, strive for greatness and care about people.****Our hard work is evident in everything we do. Whether it be supporting large government programs in the areas of Simulation and Training, Information Technology, Intelligence or Engineering we always strive to be the best. It is for this reason that we have been recognized as a World Class Team Supplier by Northrop Grumman and were also named one of Florida’s fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.****As Knight Federal Solutions continues to grow, we look forward to hiring the best and the brightest to join us in our success!**Job Purpose: - As a Data Engineer at Knight Federal Solutions Inc, you will be responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and systems that support our intelligence operations. Your role is crucial in ensuring the integrity, availability, and security of data, which is vital for informed decision-making within our organization. You must hold a TS SCI with CI Poly clearance to work on sensitive projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data solutions. Key Responsibilities: - Develop, test, and implement data architectures that enhance data accessibility and utility for stakeholders. - Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to understand data needs and translate them into technical requirements. - Design and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure efficient data flow and transformation. - Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data systems for performance and reliability. - Ensure compliance with data security protocols and maintain data integrity across all systems. - Document data processes and solutions for future reference and training purposes. - Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve data infrastructure. - Work closely with IT and cybersecurity teams to safeguard data assets and mitigate risks.## QualificationsRequired Education: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred but not mandatory. Required Experience: - Must hold TS SCI w/ CI Poly clearance. - Minimum of 3 years of experience in data engineering or a related field. - Proven track record of working with large-scale data systems and architectures. - Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. - Familiarity with ETL processes and tools. - Previous experience in a government or defense-related environment is a plus. Required Skills and Abilities: - Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala. - Strong knowledge of SQL and database management systems. - Ability to design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable data pipelines. - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. - Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques is advantageous.*Knight Federal Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other protected classification.*