Junior Data Engineer (DEA)

hatch I.T.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

hatch I.T. partners with Expression to recruit a Junior Data Engineer for the DEA ICDE modernization initiative. The role supports data ingestion, transformation, validation, migration and integration work alongside experienced data engineers, contributing to a secure, scalable federal data ecosystem.

This is an early-career opportunity requiring a Secret clearance (willingness to pursue TS/SCI). The position is primarily onsite at DEA Headquarters in Arlington, VA, offering hands-on experience

Qualifications

• Foundational data engineering knowledge with interest in federal modernization.
• Willingness to pursue TS/SCI; Secret clearance required.
• Onsite work at DEA Headquarters in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Assist data ingestion, transformation, validation, migration, and integration tasks.
• Collaborate with experienced data engineers on the ICDE modernization effort.
• Support secure data flows within a centralized, scalable data ecosystem.
• Contribute to documentation and data quality initiatives.

Skills

Data ingestion

Data transformation

Data validation

Data migration

Data integration

SQL

Python

Spark

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Spark

Job description

hatch I.T. is partnering with Expression to find a Junior Data Engineer (DEA). See details below:

About The Role

Expression is seeking a Junior Data Engineer to support the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Investigative Case and Data Ecosystem (ICDE) modernization effort. The program is focused on replacing fragmented legacy investigative and case management capabilities with a centralized, secure, scalable, and integrated ecosystem. Working alongside experienced data engineers and other technical team members, the Data Engineer 2 will support data ingestion, transformation, validation, migration, and integration activities. This is an early-career opportunity for an individual with foundational data engineering knowledge who is interested in developing hands‑on experience supporting a large-scale Federal technology modernization program. Clearance: Secret level required and willingness to pursuit TS/SCI. Location: Arlington, VA. The program is primarily onsite at DEA Headquarters.

About the Company

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression's "Perpetual Innovation" culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for their clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with their clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.