Junior Data Engineer - Databricks, Palantir Foundry & DoD

SMX; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SMX seeks a Data Science Consultant to support an Army client in the United States. You will design data solutions using Databricks and Palantir Foundry, build models and reports, and convert business needs into technical specifications.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, define tests, and ensure data solutions meet functional requirements while adhering to security and DoD standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on development experience.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python and Pyspark.
• Experience in data engineering, data science and data analytics.
• Familiarity with Databricks.
• Familiarity with database design and architecture; relational and non-relational databases.
• Ability to work cross-functionally, and participate in discussions.
• Knowledge of cloud architecture: AWS/Azure.
• Competence with software engineering tools and processes (estimation, issue tracking, version control, debugging).
• Proven ability to work independently on assigned tasks without supervision.
• Proven experience in knowledge sharing (code reviews, documentation).
• Driven, self-directed personality with mission focus.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design new solutions using Databricks and Palantir Foundry to meet business requirements.
• Design modifications to existing data model solutions as needed.
• Define test cases and verify results to ensure solutions function as designed.
• Build data models and reports from ERP and legacy systems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to determine reporting requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

Skills

SQL

Python

Pyspark

Databricks

Data engineering

Data science

Data analytics

Cloud architecture

Database design

Independent work

Code reviews

Documentation

Communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE

Tools

Version control

Issue tracking

Debugging

Estimation

Job description

SMX seeks a Data Science Consultant to support an Army client in the United States. You will design data solutions using Databricks and Palantir Foundry, build models and reports, and convert business needs into technical specifications.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, define tests, and ensure data solutions meet functional requirements while adhering to security and DoD standards.