Data Engineer - Software Prototyping

Invictus International Consulting, LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International Consulting, LLC is seeking a Data Engineer to support software prototyping and CI/HUMINT data management. The role involves designing, developing, and deploying prototype tools and data pipelines in collaboration with Data Scientists and ISSE within secure environments.

The ideal candidate will hold a TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph, strong software development skills across multiple languages, cloud environments, and CI/CD, and experience implementing data ingestion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required or four years of directly related experience may be substituted.
• Minimum four (4) years of directly related technical experience.
• Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph.
• Expertise in modern software development practices, data integration technologies, and collaborative development within secure intelligence environments.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive technical development support for CI/HUMINT software prototypes and data management capabilities.
• Serve as a key technical resource for designing, developing, and deploying tools and capabilities that support intelligence operations, working with Data Management Support Officers, Data Scientists, and ISSE.
• Demonstrate proficiency in multiple programming languages, cloud-based development environments, API design, and automated testing frameworks.
• Develop data ingestion pipelines, AI/ML integration, and cross-system interoperability within the intelligence community.
• Develop software prototypes for tools, implement data ingestion and integration capabilities, and support AI/ML algorithm development and deployment with Data Scientists.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure quality and security, coordinate with Data Management Tool Administrators on system enhancements, and support technical requirements and system integration.
• Develop APIs and interfaces for cross-system data exchange, implement CI/CD pipelines, coordinate with IT Project Manager and ISSE on security requirements, and support cross-domain data transfer capabilities.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Title: Data Engineer - Software Prototyping

Location: Reston, VA

Clearance: TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Description

Invictus, a Red River company, delivers technology and services supporting government and national security missions. We combine cleared mission expertise with enterprise engineering, technology partnerships and large-program execution in support of advanced modernization, cybersecurity, intelligence and systems integration. Our teams support complex operational environments across the U.S. and around the world, helping customers strengthen resilience, accelerate mission outcomes and deploy capabilities that meet demanding mission requirements. Learn more at www.InvictusIC.com.

Job Details

• Provide comprehensive technical development support for CI/HUMINT software prototypes and data management capabilities.
• The Software Engineer will serve as a key technical resource for designing, developing, and deploying tools and capabilities that support intelligence operations, working closely with Data Management Support Officers, Data Scientists, and the Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), the engineer will translate operational requirements into functional software solutions.
• Demands proficiency in multiple programming languages, cloud-based development environments, API design, and automated testing frameworks.
• Must demonstrate strong understanding of data ingestion pipelines, AI/ML integration, and cross-system interoperability within the intelligence community.
• Primary responsibilities include developing software prototypes for tools, implementing data ingestion and integration capabilities, and supporting AI/ML algorithm development and deployment in collaboration with Data Scientists.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to quality and security standards, coordinate with Data Management Tool Administrators on system enhancements, and support technical requirements and system integration efforts.
• Develop APIs and interfaces for cross-system data exchange, implementing automated testing and CI/CD pipelines, interfacing with the IT Project Manager on technical development activities, coordinating with the ISSE on security requirements and implementation, and supporting software development for cross-domain data transfer capabilities.
• The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in software engineering principles, experience with agile development methodologies, and familiarity with intelligence community data standards and security protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to the position; an additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Minimum four (4) years of directly related technical experience
• Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph
• Expertise in modern software development practices, data integration technologies, and collaborative development within secure intelligence environments.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Salary: $160000 - $165000 per year