Lead Data Engineer – Dashboards & Program Analytics

Socket.dev; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

nou Systems, Inc. is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join our Engineering Services Division in Huntsville, AL. You will act as an AI-enabled data analytics and visualization expert, building advanced tools and management dashboards for multiple programs and senior leadership.

The role requires independent work, strong data visualization skills, and the ability to deliver fully developed tools from high-level objectives. Security clearance or ability to obtain TS/SCI is required.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 7+ years of professional experience.
• Ability to develop analytical and visualization tools.
• Ability to work proactively and independently with minimal supervision.
• Active security clearance at the required level (e.g., TS/SCI) or ability to obtain this clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise data visualization for multi-program datasets.
• Develop AI-powered dashboards and analytical tools for senior leaders.
• Convert complex datasets into clear, actionable executive visuals.
• Independently translate high-level objectives into functioning tools without step-by-step guidance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data visualization

Independent work

Communication with leaders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

Tools

Palantir Foundry

AI tools integration

Database administration

Job description

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is seeking a Lead Data Engineerto join our Engineering Services Division in Huntsville, AL, as part of our rapidly growing technology company.

We are seeking a highly motivated, independent engineer to serve as an AI-enabled data analytics and visualization expert, developing advanced analytical tools and management dashboards for multiple, simultaneous complex programs. This position requires a proactive, self-directed professional who excels at taking high-level objectives and independently producing fully developed, technically sound tools that put decision-quality data directly in front of senior leadership.

Responsibilities

As the technical lead for enterprise data visualization, you'll turn complex, multi-program datasets into the AI-powered dashboards and analytical tools senior leaders depend on to make critical decisions. Duties include:

• Leveraging the MDA instantiation of Palantir's "Foundry" software or other available LLMs to develop sophisticated analytical tools and interactive dashboards, converting complex datasets into clear, actionable executive-level visual products
• Designing, building, andmaintainingscalable, AI-enhanced scheduling and analytical tools that enable continuous tracking and optimization across programs
• Operating independently — translating abstract, high-levelobjectivesinto complete, functioning tools without step-by-step guidance

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 7+ years of relevant professional experience
• Ability to develop analytical and visualization tools
• Ability to work proactively and independently with minimal supervision
• Active security clearance at the required level (e.g., TS/SCI) or ability to obtain this clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a STEM field and 12+ years of relevant professional experience

• Alternatively: Bachelor's degree in STEM and 20+ years of experience may be considered

• Experience supporting database administration
• Experience with Palantir's AI-based software development environments, or other AI tools used to build software that ties an LLM "chatbot" into enterprise data
• Strong ability to synthesize technical data into executive-level products
• Familiarity with missile defense or other complex DoD program environments

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, & a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status but the majority of our positions include the following:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
• Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Norton LifeLock
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. This position has a wide range of acceptable experience levels, where the upper end of the pay scale is reserved for more senior applicants.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.