Databricks Developer, IRS

THUNDERYARD SOLUTIONS; New Carrollton (MD); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

PTO

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

The ideal candidate will work with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven software, optimize data processing, and ensure security and performance standards across the lifecycle. This role requires strong problem solving, collaboration, and mentorship abilities.

Qualifications

• Active IRS MBI clearance with current IRS GFE/PIV credentials.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in software development, data engineering, or related technical disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain scalable data solutions leveraging Databricks and AWS.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret complex data and technical requirements to develop effective software solutions.
• Develop and prototype solutions to support application modernization and evolving business requirements.
• Conduct application testing, code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot technical issues, respond to problem reports, and implement timely software enhancements.
• Identify gaps in existing system architecture and recommend innovative solutions to improve performance, scalability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, architects, and client stakeholders to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Support Agile development practices, including sprint planning, technical discussions, and iterative development.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering team members as needed.
• Ensure solutions meet established quality, security, and performance standards.

Skills

Databricks

AWS

Python

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Agile

Job description

ThunderYard Solutions is seeking an experienced Databricks Developer to support a mission-critical program with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This role requires a highly skilled technical professional with deep expertise in Databricks and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to design, develop, and implement scalable, data-driven solutions.

As a Databricks Developer, you will work closely with technical teams and client stakeholders to modernize applications, optimize data processing, and deliver innovative solutions that support critical IRS operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong software development experience, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to identify opportunities for technical improvement.

Candidates must possess an active IRS MBI clearance and current IRS‑issued Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and/or PIV credentials.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain scalable data solutions leveraging Databricks and AWS.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret complex data and technical requirements to develop effective software solutions.
• Develop and prototype solutions to support application modernization and evolving business requirements.
• Conduct application testing, code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot technical issues, respond to problem reports, and implement timely software enhancements.
• Identify gaps in existing system architecture and recommend innovative solutions to improve performance, scalability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, architects, and client stakeholders to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Support Agile development practices, including sprint planning, technical discussions, and iterative development.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering team members as needed.
• Ensure solutions meet established quality, security, and performance standards.

Required Qualifications

• Active IRS MBI clearance with current IRS GFE/PIV credentials.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in software development, data engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in Databricks, including developing and implementing enterprise data solutions.
• Strong hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and cloud-based application or data environments.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining enterprise-level software solutions.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within Agile development environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate effectively across technical teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on development experience with Python and SQL.
• Experience working with Palantir platforms or technologies.
• Experience developing prototypes and conducting technical code reviews.
• Experience debugging, testing, optimizing, and refactoring software applications.
• Experience identifying architectural gaps and recommending technical improvements.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring, or supervising engineering teams.
• Prior experience supporting IRS programs or federal government technology initiatives.

Additional Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) with at least three consecutive years of U.S. residency as an LPR, beginning from the date of legal entry.
• Must meet IRS tax compliance requirements.
• Must meet applicable Selective Service registration requirements or provide appropriate exemption documentation.
• Must satisfy all applicable IRS background investigation, security, and access requirements before beginning work.
• Must be available to support potential onsite work at the IRS facility in New Carrollton, MD, as required.

Work Location & Schedule

This is a full-time position averaging 40 hours per week. Work may be performed remotely from an approved contractor location or onsite at the IRS facility in New Carrollton, Maryland.

• Washington, DC metropolitan area are strongly preferred, although candidates supporting other IRS locations may be considered. Onsite requirements will be determined by program needs. Commuting expenses are not reimbursed.

Compensation

The salary is budgeted at $140,000-$165,000 annually, plus benefits. ThunderYard offers benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k matching, PTO, certification reimbursement and more.

Vetting

Candidates selected will be subject to a background investigation for clearance eligibility by our government client.

ThunderYard Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our community, and our customers. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination of race, color, religion, or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, protected veteran status, family medical history or genetic information.