Senior Data Engineer/Architect - DoD Cleared, On-Site SD

The Marlin Alliance, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marlin Alliance, Inc. in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Data Engineer/Data Architect on-site to design and implement a scalable data platform for a Navy client, with required DoD Secret clearance.

You will build pipelines, manage data storage, and govern data assets while collaborating with analysts and engineers. This role demands 15+ years of experience and strong communication skills, with an emphasis on security and governance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in data engineering/architecture.
• Proven ability to design and manage data pipelines and storage.
• Strong SQL and programming skills (Python/Java) for data processing.
• Experience with cloud services and data governance.
• Clear communicator able to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement next-generation data architecture for scalability.
• Build robust data pipelines from diverse data sources in line with governance.
• Develop data standards and governance definitions aligned with policies.
• Evaluate technologies and tools suitable for data infrastructure.
• Ensure data quality and integrity via QA processes.
• Collaborate with data analysts/scientists to ensure accessible data.
• Design data storage solutions (cloud/on-premise).
• Document data architecture, pipelines, catalog, and ETL capabilities.

Skills

Data pipelines

Data storage

SQL

Python/Java

Cloud platforms

Data governance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Computer Science degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

ETL tools

Job description

The Marlin Alliance, Inc. in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Data Engineer/Data Architect on-site to design and implement a scalable data platform for a Navy client, with required DoD Secret clearance.

You will build pipelines, manage data storage, and govern data assets while collaborating with analysts and engineers. This role demands 15+ years of experience and strong communication skills, with an emphasis on security and governance.