Mission-Critical Data Solutions Engineer

IBM; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM is seeking a Data Solutions Engineer in Hampton, VA, who will work directly with raw data to develop meaningful insights. This hands-on role requires US Citizenship and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance, with responsibilities that include building data models and supporting junior team members.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, including proficiency in Python and SQL, and experience in handling complex datasets in secure environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in data science or related roles.
• Strong ability to analyze raw data without relying on pre-built tools.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with raw and incomplete data to derive actionable insights.
• Develop models and analytical methods to detect patterns.
• Build and support data pipelines for consistent processing.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

SQL knowledge

Data analysis

Modeling and analytical methods

Experience with large datasets

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics

Tools

Data pipelines

APIs

Job description

IBM is seeking a Data Solutions Engineer in Hampton, VA, who will work directly with raw data to develop meaningful insights. This hands-on role requires US Citizenship and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance, with responsibilities that include building data models and supporting junior team members.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, including proficiency in Python and SQL, and experience in handling complex datasets in secure environments.