Engineer I, Data Platforms

AARP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company-funded pension

Health, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AARP is seeking an Engineer I to join the Information Technology Services team in Washington, DC. You will write code in Python and SQL, maintain repositories, and help deliver platform solutions within an Agile environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 1+ year of Python/SQL development, plus familiarity with data management, cloud-native tech, APIs, and Git-based collaboration. This role supports telework and on-site work as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT, CS, engineering, or related field.
• 1+ year of Python and SQL development experience.
• Knowledge of data management, data integration, and cloud-native tech.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and Git-based collaboration.
• Basic understanding of APIs and data environments (graph/semantic).
• Collaborative, growth-oriented team player with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing transactions, resolving issues, and maintaining platform systems.
• Maintain code repositories and Git-based services; write code and configure systems.
• Collaborate to identify technical solutions for business needs.
• Develop domain knowledge related to systems, services, and applications.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data management

Cloud-native technologies

DevOps

Git

APIs

OO/ontology data

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Git-based version control

Job description

Overview

AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high‑quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation’s largest‑circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin. Information Technology Services is responsible for AARP enterprise‑wide technology and information security functions. Services range from infrastructure design and operations, system and software lifecycle implementations, enabling the mobile workforce and protecting AARP network, systems and data. A variety of technologies and practices are used including cloud computing, automation, artificial intelligence and machine learning within highly collaborative Agile teams. The Engineer I is a technical resource on a platform/capability team responsible for supporting the day‑to‑day design, implementation, and operational activities of the team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the team with processing transactions, resolving issues, and administering platform or capability systems, solutions, and services.
• Maintaining code repositories and Git‑based services, if applicable.
• Writing code, leveraging third‑party services, configuring systems, and implementing solutions in an agile way.
• Collaborating with the team to identify technical solutions for business and enterprise needs.
• Developing technical knowledge and expertise related to domain area systems, solutions, services and applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience developing in Python and SQL, with a strong foundation and a commitment to continuously improving programming expertise.
• Working knowledge of data management principles, data integration processes, and cloud‑native technologies.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and Git‑based version control for collaborative development.
• Foundational understanding of APIs, with the ability and curiosity to quickly expand knowledge.
• Basic exposure to object‑oriented and/or ontology‑based data environments (e.g., graph databases, semantic models, or platforms like Salesforce).
• Collaborative, growth‑oriented team player who brings new ideas, demonstrates strong problem‑solving skills, and is eager to learn, experiment, and contribute within a high‑performing team environment.

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
• Home office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate home environment noise (Telework)

Compensation and Benefits

AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company‑funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance‑based and peer‑based recognition and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.