Senior Data Engineer

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

DATA ENGINEER PRINCIPAL

YOUR IMPACT

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

OUR COMPANY

Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Data Engineer will lead data engineering initiatives for high-priority projects. This position requires extensive expertise in data architecture and system engineering, supporting sophisticated mission systems within dynamic environments. This is a hybrid role located in Crystal City, VA with the option for flex hours.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and managing advanced data pipelines and architecture to support high-level government objectives. Working directly on classified projects, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and securing data flows and employing your expertise in cloud-based solutions and data engineering tools.

JOB DUTIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)

• Design, develop, and implement data pipelines and ETL processes using Python and Airflow to support secure and efficient data processing
• Develop scalable microservices for data handling and transformation, suitable for high-volume data ingestion and processing
• Curate, cleanse, and secure data to support accurate and safe data transfers across multiple classification levels
• Develop solutions to support both batch and streaming data processing
• Integrate data pipelines with data lakes, warehouses, and databases, enhancing data accessibility and efficiency
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical data requirements
• Ensure adherence to data handling best practices and compliance with security requirements when working with classified datasets
• Employ data visualization techniques to make data more accessible and actionable for mission teams.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Python
• Regular Expression scripting
• SQL: Preference for PostgreSQL and TSQL.
• Git
• Docker
• Trino
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and Helm charts.
• Deploying software in Kubernetes with Argo.
• Airflow
• ElasticSearch and AWS OpenSearch
• Working in a Linux environment.
• Database optimization

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Clearance: Current DoW TS/SCI Clearance is required. Candidates without this clearance will not be considered.
• Experience: 8+ years of related experience
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; Advanced degrees are a plus.
• Certifications:
• Role requirements: Hybrid work environment with 3 days on site in Crystal City and two days WFH
• Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results. #iexjobs

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

8 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

None

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required