Data Engineer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 221,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Flexible work weeks where possible

Paid time off

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology seeks a Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize scalable backend and data integration systems. You will work across the full software development lifecycle, from architecture to deployment, delivering high-impact solutions for mission-critical operations.

The role emphasizes data-intensive applications, performance optimization, and cross-platform integration, with responsibilities spanning ETL, REST APIs, cloud deployment, and DevOps practices in a

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related field or equivalent
• 10+ years of experience in Data/Software development roles
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph REQUIRED
• Chantilly, VA location on customer site

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend systems and data integration solutions
• Build and optimize ETL pipelines with ElasticSearch, Kafka, Airflow
• Deploy solutions in AWS/Azure/GCP and manage containerized workloads
• Contribute to full software development lifecycle including testing and reviews
• Provide user support, bug fixes, and enhancements to applications
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure release readiness and standards

Skills

Java

Python

REST APIs

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Data integration

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

ElasticSearch

Kafka

Airflow

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

We are seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize scalable backend and data integration systems. This role requires deep expertise across the full software development lifecycle, from system architecture to deployment, with a focus on data-intensive applications, performance optimization, and cross-platform integration. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments and can deliver high-impact solutions that support mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Backend & System Development
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems in Java, Python, Angular, Java Script, Go, or equivalent.
• Architect and implement data integration solutions for structured and unstructured data.
• Develop REST APIs and services for real-time and batch processing.
• Maintain modular software libraries with clean interfaces and reusable code.

Data Engineering & ETL

• Build and optimize ETL pipelines using frameworks such as Elastic Search, Kafka, and Airflow.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, plus cloud-native data services.
• Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability in data workflows.
• Integrate externally developed code into core software libraries.

Cloud & DevOps

• Deploy and maintain solutions across cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Apply containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines for automation.
• Adhere to configuration management and infrastructure standards.

Software Development Lifecycle

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications across data and application layers.
• Maintain code quality through testing, regression analysis, and reviews.
• Investigate and resolve production issues to improve stability and data integrity.
• Conduct full lifecycle testing following strict quality procedures.

Application & User Support

• Provide bug fixes, enhancements, GUI improvements, and access control updates.
• Install, configure, and monitor applications to meet operational requirements.
• Deliver ad-hoc training and support to users.

Collaboration & Quality Assurance

• Partner with configuration managers to integrate internal and external software solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend third-party vendors and partners.
• Support development of standards, methods, and procedures for product release readiness.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Education: BS in Computer Science or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience
• Experience: 10+ years
• Security Clearance level: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph REQUIRED
• Location: Chantilly, VA - On Customer Site

The likely salary range for this position is $221,000 - $299,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans