Data Engineer Senior Analyst

Accenture Federal Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 76,100 - 136,700; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Data Engineer at the Senior Analyst level in Arlington, Virginia. This hands-on role involves building and maintaining data pipelines and collaborating with senior engineers. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience, along with strong skills in Python and SQL. Familiarity with cloud environments and data engineering concepts is essential. Candidates must also possess US Citizenship and may need an active security clearance. Competitive compensation is provided.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a data-focused role.
• Experience with Python and SQL for data manipulation.
• Familiarity with ETL processes and data warehousing.
• Exposure to cloud environments like AWS or Azure.
• Basic understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Active US Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and maintenance of ETL/ELT data pipelines.
• Utilize reusable templates and IaC scripts for data flows.
• Support existing pipelines and monitor performance.
• Execute data quality checks and assist in data validation.
• Work with senior members to test and deploy new features.
• Contribute to technical documentation for pipelines.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data engineering concepts

Cloud environments (AWS, Azure)

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Desire to learn in data engineering

Tools

ETL tools

Databricks

Snowflake

Terraform

Airflow

Job description

Overview

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward.

Job Description

As a Data Engineer at the Senior Analyst level, you will be a key contributor to the team responsible for building and maintaining the data pipelines for a data platform. This is a hands-on role where you will support the development, deployment, and operation of critical data infrastructure. You will work closely with senior engineers, applying your technical skills to execute tasks, troubleshoot issues, and learn the foundations of enterprise-scale data engineering in a mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of ETL/ELT data pipelines using established patterns and tools.
• Utilize reusable pipeline templates and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) scripts to deploy data flows consistently and efficiently.
• Support the O&M of existing pipelines by monitoring performance, troubleshooting failures, and responding to alerts.
• Execute data quality checks and assist in the implementation of data validation rules using frameworks like Great Expectations.
• Work with senior team members to test and deploy new pipeline features and optimizations.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical documentation for data pipelines and processes.

Must have

• 2+ years of experience in a data-focused role (e.g., data engineering, backend development, database administration).
• Experience with Python and SQL for data manipulation and scripting.
• Familiarity with data engineering concepts, including ETL processes and data warehousing.
• Exposure to cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) and data platforms like Databricks or Snowflake.
• Basic understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• A strong desire to learn and grow in the data engineering field.
• US Citizenship

Nice to have

• Experience with Spark/PySpark.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform.
• Exposure to data orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow) or CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience working in a DoD or government environment.

Security Clearance

• Active TS or TS/SCI clearance

Compensation and Benefits

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. The pay range for the states listed is:

$76,100—$136,700 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Requests for Accommodation

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired. If you are being considered for employment opportunities and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not currently require sponsorship of a visa. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. The Company will not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing their pay, except as permitted by law.