Data Lake Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Data Lake Engineer to help design data architecture for DoW data-driven projects. You will lead the development of cloud-based data platforms, implement ETL processes, and collaborate with analysts and developers to ensure requirements are met.

The role requires expertise in Databricks administration, data security, and CI/CD, with TS/SCI clearance preferred. You will mentor teammates, introduce best practices, and deliver scalable solutions across AWS, Azure,

Qualifications

• Experience in Databricks platform administration and cloud integration.
• Experience in ETL data pipeline development, Delta Lake optimization, and AI/ML workflow integration.
• Experience with SysEngOps, DevSecOps, version control (Git), and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment.
• Security clearances and compliance with DoW data policies across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of data architecture solutions for DoW data-driven projects.
• Resolve routine data-architecture issues in collaboration with business analysts and tech teams.
• Lead a team to design, develop, and test cloud solution components; liaise between clients and developers to ensure requirements are met.

Skills

Databricks administration

ETL pipeline development

SysEngOps/DevSecOps

Git/version control

Cloud security & RBAC

Education

Master’s degree + 2+ years data architecture/Databricks experience

11+ years data architecture experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Git

Job description

Data Lake EngineerThe Opportunity:

For an organization to transform in today’s digital world, it needs to properly collect, store, and organize its data. Effective data management can enable more efficient operations, yielding more growth. As a data architect, you know how to apply your creative-thinking and analytical mindset to help organizations manage their data assets. We’re looking for a data architecture lead like you to solve complex challenges and deliver leading-edge solutions for warfighters.

As a data lake engineer on our team, you’ll use your extensive technical expertise to lead the design of data architecture solutions for DoW data-driven projects. You’ll resolve routine data architecture-related issues in collaboration with business analysts and technology teams by analyzing data architecture-related mission needs and making recommendations for optimization.

In this role, you’ll share your technical expertise, introduce best practices, and use tools like ETL processes. You’ll lead your team as it designs, defines, develops, and tests cloud solution components, and you’ll serve as a liaison between clients and developers to ensure that requirements are met and solutions are delivered.

You Have:

• Experience in Databricks platform administration, including workspace configuration, Unity Catalog, cluster performance tuning, and cloud integration
• Experience in ETL data pipeline development, Delta Lake optimization, and AI/ML workflow integration
• Experience in SysEngOps, DevSecOps, version control systems, such as Git, and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and governance
• Experience in cloud security, role-based access control (RBAC), and compliance with DoW data policies across AWS, Azure, and GCP
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Data Science, Business Administration, or Engineering Management and 2+ years of experience managing enterprise data architecture, Databricks administration, and cloud-based data platforms, or 11+ years of experience managing enterprise data architecture, Databricks administration, and cloud-based data platforms in lieu of degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience working within DoW/IC environments is preferred
• Experience with RMF/ATO processes
• AWS or Azure Cloud Certifications

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.