Data Engineer / Data Architect III

Oceaneering International, Inc.; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceaneering International, Inc. is seeking a Lead Data Engineer / Data Architect to spearhead the creation of a next-generation Analytics Core in a classified, on-premises environment. This role involves 60% hands-on data engineering and 40% data architecture responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have strong skills in ETL pipeline construction and data cleaning, as well as the ability to build relationships and set clear technical standards. Join us in unifying our diverse data into a single AI-ready ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in ETL pipeline construction and data cleaning.
• Experience in data architecture and strategic design.
• Strong ability to build relationships and set technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of the Analytics Core within a classified environment.
• Balance hands-on data engineering with strategic data architecture.
• Act as the technical anchor while upskilling in-house staff.

Skills

Data engineering

Data architecture

ETL pipeline construction

Data cleaning

AI readiness

Job description

The Lead Data Engineer / Data Architect will spearhead the creation of our next-generation "Analytics Core" within a closed, classified, on-premises environment. This mission‑critical project will unify our 30-year legacy archive of diverse data‑including reports, sensor data, imagery, and heavily geospatial intelligence-into a single, query-able, and AI‑ready ecosystem.

Because our historical data is highly complex with deep attribution challenges, this is a "roll-up-your-sleeves" role. We expect a balance of approximately 60% hands‑on data engineering (ETL pipeline construction, data cleaning, and mapping) and 40% data architecture (strategic design and governance).

As our management team upskills our dedicated in‑house staff to execute the broader data migration, this role will act as the technical anchor. The Lead Data Engineer / Data Architect will build strong relationships, set clear technical standards, and seamlessly interface with transitioning staff to ensure the project's success.