Data Engineer - ACWS

DSA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DSA is seeking a Data Engineer in Washington, DC to lead data architecture and database operations supporting contract writing, reporting, modernization, and enterprise data quality through common data models and structures.

Requirements include a 4+ year background in data engineering, Oracle/PostgreSQL/AWS data services, and relevant certifications. A current active Secret clearance is needed, with potential for Top Secret clearance. Salary range is posted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data engineering or related field.
• Certifications in data engineering, cloud platforms, databases, Agile methodologies and CompTIA Security+.
• 4+ years in data engineering, ETL/ELT, database design/development, data integration, data migration, APIs and data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ACWS data pipelines, mappings, integrations, and reporting feeds.
• Support data migration, transformation, validation, reconciliation, and quality management.
• Coordinate data requirements with BI, application, architecture, and database teams.
• Document data flows, transformation logic, assumptions, and validation outcomes.
• Recommend improvements to data reliability, automation, analytics readiness, and governance.

Skills

Data engineering experience

ETL/ELT

Database design

Data integration

Data migration

APIs

Data pipelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data engineering or related field

Data engineering certifications

Cloud platform certifications

Agile methodologies certification

CompTIA Security+

Tools

Oracle Database

Amazon RDS for Oracle

PostgreSQL

AWS data services

ETL/ELT tools

Job description

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

Data Engineer

Lead data architecture and database operations, ensuring reliable, high-performing, and well-governed data services that support contract writing, reporting, modernization, and enterprise data quality through common data models and structures.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Analytics, or a related technical field
• Relevant certification(s) in data engineering, cloud platforms, databases, Agile methodologies and CompTIA Security+
• 4+ Years in data engineering, ETL/ELT, database design/development, data integration, data migration, APIs and data pipelines
• Experience designing, developing, and supporting solutions using Oracle Database, Amazon RDS for Oracle, PostgreSQL, AWS data services, ETL/ELT technologies
• Active Secret clearance; ability to obtain Top Secret clearance based on Government requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing data supporting Appian environments
• Experience with Oracle environments, data warehouse or business intelligence support, phased data migration, contract-related data, and collaboration with architects, developers, and operational stakeholders in federal mission systems is strongly desired
• Knowledge of data warehousing, reporting feeds, metadata, data lineage, and integration patterns.
• Oracle certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ACWS data pipelines, mappings, integrations, and reporting feeds.
• Support data migration, transformation, validation, reconciliation, and quality management.
• Coordinate data requirements with BI, application, architecture, and database teams.
• Document data flows, transformation logic, assumptions, and validation outcomes.
• Recommend improvements to data reliability, automation, analytics readiness, and governance

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The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.

DSA - Salary Pay Range

$120,000 - $130,000 USD

Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.