Data Engineer

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Development

Job summary

Guidehouse in Washington, DC is seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data ingestion pipelines and governance-ready data assets across the enterprise. You will develop data models, ensure data quality and lineage, implement batch and real-time processing, and collaborate with engineering and analytics teams to support mission needs.

This role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance, a Bachelor’s degree, and 8+ years of experience in data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; relevant field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining data pipelines or enterprise data platforms.
• Experience with data engineering, database management, ETL/ELT, data modeling, system integration, and modern development practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data ingestion pipelines and data integration frameworks.
• Develop and manage data models, schemas, and datasets with quality and lineage controls.
• Implement batch and real-time processing and monitor data flows across platforms.
• Build data stores, APIs, and infrastructure for reliable access to trusted data assets.
• Implement data governance, access controls, retention policies, and security measures.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate data sources and support evolving needs.
• Produce documentation, data standards, and implementation guidance.

Skills

Data pipelines design

ETL/ELT processes

Data modeling

Data governance

Security and compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree (nice to have)

Job description

## Data EngineerApply: US - DC, Washington: Full time: Posted Today: 44841**Job Family:**Operational Effectiveness**Travel Required:**Up to 10%**Clearance Required:**Ability to Obtain Top Secret (TS)**What You Will Do:*** Design, build, and maintain scalable data ingestion pipelines, data integration frameworks, and lineage-driven processing solutions that support entity resolution, provenance tracking, data reconciliation, source routing, data sanitization, governance, continuity, recovery, and the reliable delivery of trusted data assets across the enterprise.* Develop and manage data models, schemas, and datasets while ensuring data quality, consistency, lineage, provenance, and lifecycle management.* Implement batch and real-time data processing capabilities, monitor data flows, and support recovery, reconciliation, and continuity procedures across platforms.* Build and maintain databases, data stores, APIs, and supporting infrastructure to enable reliable access to trusted data assets.* Implement data governance, access controls, retention policies, and security measures to protect sensitive information and support compliance requirements.* Collaborate with engineering, analytics, and operational teams to integrate data sources, resolve data issues, and support evolving business and mission needs.* Monitor data performance, identify opportunities for automation and optimization, and improve the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of data solutions.* Produce technical documentation, data standards, and implementation guidance that support system operations, modernization efforts, and continuous improvement. **What You Will Need:*** Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD \"TOP SECRET\" security clearance.* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, Finance, Economics, or a related field.* EIGHT (8)+ years of relevant experience in designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining data pipelines, databases, integration solutions, or enterprise data platforms.* Experience with data engineering, database management, ETL/ELT processes, data modeling, system integration, and modern development practices.**What Would Be Nice To Have:*** Master's Degree in a related discipline.* Experience in intelligence, national security, defense, technology, finance, or private-sector mission environments.* Experience supporting data governance, data quality, metadata management, lineage, provenance, or records management initiatives.* Experience developing data architectures, technical products, operational frameworks, or enterprise data solutions.* Experience working across organizations and integrating diverse stakeholder requirements.* Familiarity with data analytics, AI/ML, knowledge management, graph analytics, or operational planning.* Experience supporting executive decision-making, reporting, or governance processes through data-driven solutions.* Demonstrated ability to improve data processes, methodologies, platform performance, and mission outcomes.* Ability to work in complex, multidisciplinary environments and manage competing priorities.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.**What We Offer:**Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance* Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus* Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Basic Life & Supplemental Life* Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability* Student Loan PayDown* Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities* Skills Development & Certifications* Employee Referral Program* Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach* Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program* Mobility Stipend