Senior Data Flow Engineer

Peraton; Maryland; On-site; USD 195,000 - 262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days of PTO

Subsidized employee benefits

Attractive bonus plan

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Senior Data Flow Engineer in Maryland to design, implement, and troubleshoot large, complex data flows using the NiagaraFiles software. You will evaluate data formatting issues, collaborate with engineers to optimize performance, and review DMRs while contributing to data flow modernization and migration from hardware to cloud.

The role includes on-call support and occasional on-site reporting to resolve critical issues, with the chance to impact mission data processing

Qualifications

• BS in system engineering, computer science, information systems or related field; 5 years experience may substitute for degree.
• 17+ years of systems engineering experience in similar scope
• Active TS/SCI with current polygraph
• Experience with data flow and mission data formats
• Experience with Apache NiFi and NiFi-based data flows
• Experience reviewing, processing, or creating Dataflow Management Requests (DMRs)

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and troubleshoot large data flows using NiagaraFiles
• Evaluate data formatting and software issues affecting flows and propose fixes
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize data flow performance and ensure compliance
• Conduct assessments of existing data flows and migrate hardware-based flows to cloud
• Process DMRs and develop solutions to support efficient data flow implementation
• Participate in Data Flow Modernization efforts and rebuild flows with Operations
• Support on-call rotation and on-site issue response every 6–8 weeks

Skills

Data flow design

System thinking

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Apache NiFi

DeltFi

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Peraton is seeking a Senior Data Flow Engineer responsible for the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of large, complex data flows using the NiagaraFiles software application.

The engineer will evaluate data formatting or software issues affecting data flows and collaborate with Engineers and developers to identify effective solutions. They will also conduct assessments of existing data flows to optimize performance and ensure all flows meet compliance standards.

The team member will review and process DMRs and develop solutions that support efficient data flow implementation. Additionally, the Senior Engineer will participate in Data Flow Modernization efforts, migrating current hardware‑based flows to a virtual cloud environment. This work includes evaluating existing flows, developing requirements, and partnering with Operations team members to rebuild new flows.

This position includes one week of on‑call support, with occasional on‑site reporting required for urgent issues affecting systems that support data flows. On‑call rotation typically occurs once every 6 to 8 weeks.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree


• Seventeen (17) years of experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required


• Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required


• Ideal candidates will have experience with the following;


• 6+ years of data flow experience


• Minimum working 10 year’s working within the Intelligence Community working with mission systems and mission data formats


• Experience with Mission Systems that process and manage mission data


• Experience working with mission data formats


• Experience reviewing and processing, or creating Dataflow Management Requests, DMRs


• Experience with Apache NiFi functionality for managing, building and documenting complex Dataflows


• Experience with DeltFi is highly desirable


• Experience managing analytical needs and requirements


• Experience in creating Systems Architectural Diagrams depicting software and system functions


• Experience providing customer support to assist users and customers with data flow questions and concerns


• Self-starter and well organized with the ability to work independently

Benefits: Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap, and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.