Sr. Data Engineer

Centurion; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion is seeking a Data Engineer to support senior DoD stakeholders with data engineering, analytics, and visualization. The role involves handling large, complex datasets, building analytical solutions and dashboards, and translating technical findings into actionable insights for government decision-makers.

The selected candidate will work directly with DoD teams to define requirements, develop predictive and descriptive analytics, and present findings through clear visualizations and

Qualifications

• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
• Strong experience with data engineering, data analysis and visualization.
• Experience with advanced analytics, ML or predictive/statistical modeling.
• Excellent client-facing communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with data tables and analytical datasets.
• Experience developing advanced analytical models and decision-support products.

Responsibilities

• Collect, integrate, transform, maintain and analyze large datasets.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries, data tables, databases and analytical datasets.
• Use Python and SQL for data engineering, automation, analysis and modeling.
• Apply advanced analytics including NLP, statistical or predictive modeling and optimization.
• Develop data visualization dashboards and executive-level analytical products.
• Collaborate with DoD stakeholders to define requirements and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Present complex analyses through clear visualizations and briefings.
• Learn new technologies, datasets and DoD mission areas rapidly.

Skills

SQL proficiency

Python proficiency

Advanced analytics

Data visualization

Client-facing communication

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We are seeking a Data Engineer to provide data engineering, advanced analytics, and visualization support to senior DoD stakeholders. This individual will work with complex datasets, develop analytical solutions and dashboards, and translate technical findings into clear, actionable insights for government decision-makers.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, integrate, transform, maintain, and analyze large, complex datasets.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries, data tables, databases, and analytical datasets.
• Use Python and SQL for data engineering, automation, analysis, and modeling.
• Apply advanced analytics including NLP, statistical modeling, predictive modeling, optimization, and machine learning.
• Develop data visualization dashboards and executive-level analytical products.
• Work directly with DoD stakeholders to define requirements and solve complex data challenges.
• Communicate complex analytical findings through clear presentations, visualizations, and briefings.
• Quickly learn new technologies, datasets, and DoD mission areas.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility
• Strong proficiency with SQL and Python
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with data engineering, data analysis, and visualization
• Experience with advanced analytics, machine learning, or predictive/statistical modeling
• Strong client-facing communication and problem-solving skills
• Data Tables and Analytical Datasets
• Advanced analytical models and decision-support products