Mid/Senior Data Engineer (Database Engineer)

Responsibilities

Designs, models, documents, and governs the logical and conceptual data architectures, relationships, and schema evolutions for complex, enterprise-scale applications in support of tracking and accountability reforms.
Analyzes current and emerging system requirements, then develops comprehensive technical, structural, and organizational specifications to enable auditable, transparent data flows.
Establishes and enforces data modeling standards, capacity planning, and performance optimization to support high-reliability DoW environments.
Develops robust Python-based scripts and ETL/ELT pipelines for efficient, secure data ingestion, transformation, and integration from diverse sources.
Leverages deep expertise in Relational Databases (SQL) for advanced querying, schema design, optimization, and data integrity assurance.
Operates within Agile/SAFe development frameworks to deliver iterative, high-value increments aligned with business priorities and DoW policies.
Provides technical guidance and mentorship to align development efforts with strategic FMS reform objectives, including enhanced tracking, oversight, and reporting.
Performs additional duties as assigned or required to advance mission goals.

Proven Python development experience, including building scalable data pipelines and automation solutions.
Ability to work independently while thriving in collaborative team settings.
Self-motivated initiator with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Secret clearance at the time of consideration
Remote-eligible position; must align with Eastern Time Zone core business hours

💰 Anticipated Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $145,000.00
💼 We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

This high-impact position focuses on enhancing a centralized data environment (CDE) that delivers auditable financial transaction data, improves transparency and accountability across DoW, and builds a robust common operating picture for senior leadership decision-making
Successful candidates are expert Python developers with strong relational database (SQL) skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a collaborative mindset
You will translate strategic imperatives into actionable data solutions—ensuring the right data reaches the right stakeholders at the right time to drive mission success in a dynamic national security environment
2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience
5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
Job performance requires adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements

HII

Arlington, VA

$90k - $145k yearly

USD

yearly

Remote

1946

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