Data Engineer – Mid

Castalia Systems; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k matching

PTO

Paid holidays

Professional training

Pet insurance

Job summary

Castalia Systems seeks a Mid-Level Data Engineer to transform data into actionable answers for federal clients. You will analyze diverse data sources, understand client questions, and implement data-driven solutions in collaboration with a fast-paced team.

The role emphasizes statistical and programming work in a data-rich environment, with a TS/SCI clearance and polygraph willingness as part of the requirements.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of data analysis with programming languages.
• Experience analyzing structured and unstructured data sources.
• 1+ year with Python or R.
• Experience using scientific methods to inform analyses.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms and systems to turn data points into objective answers.
• Provide understanding of data meaning and usage for clients.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

R

Unstructured data

Team collaboration

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in OR/Applied Math/Data Science

Tools

VS Code

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Career Opportunities with Castalia Systems

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Clearance: TS/SCI willingness to take a polygraph exam

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Job Summary

Castalia Systems is seeking a Mid-Level Data Engineer to use your analytical skills and data science knowledge to create real-world impact. You'll work closely with your clients to understand their questions and needs and then dig into their data-rich environments to find the pieces of their information puzzle.

Roles and Responsibilities

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Develop algorithms and systems and use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data points into objective answers to help clients make informed decisions.
• Provide a deep understanding of the data, what it all means, and how it can be used.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with statistical and general-purpose programming languages for data analysis.
• Experience analyzing structured and unstructured data sources.
• 1+ Experience with R or Python.
• Experience using scientific methods to inform qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with VS Code, GitHub, Jira, or Confluence
• Knowledge of DoD Intelligence processes, activities, standards, and analytic tools
• Experience with data gathering, cleansing, and parsing
• Ability to work in Windows and Linux OS environments
• Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or Data Science

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Normal office environment.

Travel

• As required

Company Description

Castalia Systems is a proven business partner providing mission critical solutions to the Federal Government. We provide cutting edge solutions from Securing and Managing Data to Systems Engineering and Development. Castalia Systems is a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence Design and Application.

With our vast knowledge of our customers' needs and relevant technology, our team is able to bring successful solutions to every mission. We are one-upping our competitors by providing premium IT solutions and platforms with cutting-edge technology so it's so evident when you compare us with anyone.

At Castalia Systems, we provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well-being. Our benefits include: Medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, generous PTO, paid holidays, professional training opportunities, and even pet insurance to ensure your furry friends are cared for too. All regularly scheduled employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible to participate in Castalia Systems' benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Salary at Castalia Systems is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, position knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $105,000.00 to $110,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Castalia Systems' total compensation package for employees.

Disclaimer

Castalia Systems is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, HIV-positive status, as well as any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of the company are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct.