ETL Developer

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a senior ETL/Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain enterprise data pipelines for batch and near real-time processing. You will optimize ETL performance, implement data quality checks, and collaborate with architects, DBAs, and analysts to deliver robust data solutions.

The role requires 6+ years in ETL, data warehousing, and strong SQL skills across relational databases. Familiarity with cloud data services and various ETL tools is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or four years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 6 years hands-on ETL, data integration, and warehousing experience.
• Proficient with ETL toolsets including Informatica, SSIS, Talend, DataStage or AWS Glue.
• Strong SQL skills and experience with SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise ETL/ELT solutions.
• Develop scalable data pipelines for batch and near real-time processing.
• Build data integration workflows on cloud-based platforms.
• Analyze requirements to create data mappings and validation rules.
• Optimize performance and troubleshoot large-scale ETL processes.
• Collaborate with data architects, DBAs, and analysts to deliver data solutions.
• Develop and maintain data warehouses, data stores, and data marts.
• Implement data quality checks and governance practices.
• Prepare technical docs, runbooks, and design specifications.
• Support production deployments and incident resolution.

Skills

ETL development

Data warehousing

SQL

Cloud data platforms

Data governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Informatica

SSIS

Talend

DataStage

AWS Glue

Job description

Job Family:Software Development & SupportTravel Required:NoneClearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise ETL/ELT solutions to integrate data from multiple source systems.Develop scalable and high-performance data pipelines for batch and near real-time data processing.Build and maintain data integration workflows using modern ETL tools and cloud-based data platforms.Analyze source systems and business requirements to create efficient data mapping, transformation, and validation rules.Optimize ETL performance, troubleshoot data processing issues, and implement tuning strategies to improve efficiency.Collaborate with data architects, database administrators, business analysts, and application teams to deliver reliable data solutions.Develop and maintain data warehouses, operational data stores, and reporting data marts.Implement data quality checks, reconciliation processes, and exception handling frameworks.Create and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, and operational runbooks.Support production deployments, incident resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure compliance with data governance, security, privacy, and organizational standards.What You Will Need:U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required, with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, engineering, or a related field; four additional years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience in ETL development, data integration, and data warehousing.Strong experience with ETL tools such as Informatica, SSIS, Talend, DataStage, AWS Glue, or similar platforms.Proficiency in SQL and database technologies including SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.Experience designing complex data transformation, data migration, and integrationStrong understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and star/snowflake schemas. Experience working with cloud-based data services and modern data platforms.Knowledge of data quality, data governance, and metadata management best practices.Experience with performance tuning, error handling, and troubleshooting large-scale ETL processes.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to work effectively in Agile development environments and collaborate across technical and business teams.What Would Be Nice To Have:Experience with AWS data services such as AWS Glue, S3, Redshift, Lambda, Athena, and Step Functions.Experience with modern data lake and lakehouse architectures.Knowledge of Python, PySpark, Shell Scripting, or other automation technologies.Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for data engineering.Familiarity with data visualization and analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or QuickSight.Experience supporting federal government or highly regulated environments.Industry certifications related to cloud platforms, data engineering, or database technologies.Experience implementing master data management (MDM) and data governance frameworks.Knowledge of big data technologies such as Spark, Kafka, or Hadoop.Experience mentoring junior developers and leading technical implementation efforts.The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanGroup Term Life and Travel AssistanceVoluntary Life and AD&D InsuranceHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsTransit and Parking Commuter BenefitsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachCare.com annual membershipEmployee Assistance ProgramSupplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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