Data Engineer - Software Prototyping

Invictus International; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International in Reston, VA, seeks a Data Engineer for software prototyping focused on CI/HUMINT tools. You will build prototypes, enhance data-management capabilities, and collaborate with data scientists in secure environments.

The role requires 4+ years of experience, TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph eligibility, and strong skills in programming languages, cloud, APIs, AI/ML, and CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or four years of equivalent experience.
• Minimum four years of directly related technical experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph ability.
• Experience with modern software development practices in secure intelligence environments.
• Excellent communication across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical development support for CI/HUMINT software prototypes and data management.
• Serve as a key technical resource translating operational requirements into software.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, cloud environments, API design, and automated testing frameworks.
• Strong data ingestion pipelines, AI/ML integration, and cross-system interoperability.
• Develop prototypes, data ingestion/integration capabilities, and AI/ML deployment with Data Scientists.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and security; coordinate with Data Management Tool Administrators.
• Develop APIs/interfaces for cross-system data exchange; implement CI/CD pipelines and security requirements.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals, agile methods, and familiarity with IC data standards.

Skills

Programming languages

Cloud development

API design

Automated testing

Data ingestion

AI/ML integration

CI/CD pipelines

Interoperability

Education

Bachelor's degree

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.

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