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Data Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Arlington, TX - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 155000 - 165000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
16 September 2026 (9 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Data Engineer
We need an experienced Data Engineer at the National Guard Bureau (NGB). The NGB is the link between the Army and Air National Guard and the Department of War (DoW). You will support operations on the Minuteman project team which manages the NGBs enterprise data environment within the DoWs central analytics platform and plays a crucial role in designing developing and maintaining the Minuteman Community Spaces data infrastructure and this role you will design and implement end-to-end data pipelines using ETL processes and technologies including Databricks Python Spark Scala JavaScript/JSON and SQL working closely with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and design optimal data models and architectures that ensure efficient data processing and analysis. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
LOCATION
CLEARANCE
CLIENT
WORK HOURS
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
COMPENSATION
Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individuals primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC copier fax telephone cell phone etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead bend and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
We need an experienced Data Engineer at the National Guard Bureau (NGB). The NGB is the link between the Army and Air National Guard and the Department of War (DoW). You will support operations on the Minuteman project team which manages the NGBs enterprise data environment within the DoWs central analytics platform and plays a crucial role in designing developing and maintaining the Minuteman Community Spaces data infrastructure and this role you will design and implement end-to-end data pipelines using ETL processes and technologies including Databricks Python Spark Scala JavaScript/JSON and SQL working closely with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and design optimal data models and architectures that ensure efficient data processing and analysis. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design develop and implement end-to-end data pipelines utilizing ETL processes and technologies such as Databricks Python Spark Scala JavaScript/JSON and SQL
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and design optimal data models and architectures
- Create and optimize data pipelines from scratch ensuring scalability reliability and high-performance processing
- Perform data cleansing data integration and data quality assurance activities to maintain the accuracy and integrity of large datasets
- Leverage big data technologies to efficiently process and analyze large datasets
- Collaborate with data scientists analysts and stakeholders to provide timely and accurate data insights and support decision-making processes
- Troubleshoot data-related problems and provide innovative solutions to address complex data challenges
- Implement and enforce data governance policies and procedures ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
- Research design and develop software and specialized utility programs in support of mission requirements
- Analyze user needs and develop software solutions applying principles and techniques of computer science engineering and mathematical analysis
- Update and enhance existing software capabilities
- Develop specifications and performance requirements coordinating with engineering counterparts to integrate hardware and software systems as required
- Maintain databases within the application area working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Three (3) to ten (10) years of directly related experience
- Available to work onsite in Arlington VA 1-2 days per week
- 3 years of experience as a Data Engineer
- Proficiency in ETL processes and firsthand experience with technologies such as Databricks Python Spark Scala JavaScript/JSON SQL and Jupyter Notebooks
- Experience working with large datasets and leveraging big data technologies to process and analyze data efficiently
- Understanding of data modeling/visualization database design principles and data governance practices
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with the Department of War (DoW) mission and associated datasets
- Previous experience with Advana or the War Data Platform
- Experience with APIs
- Experience with Machine Learning models and/or Generative AI
- Experience building within Palantir Foundry applications including Workshop Ontology Manager and Gaia
EDUCATION
- B.A./B.S. or M.A./M.S. in a related field
LOCATION
- National Capital Region. Onsite in Arlington VA 1-2 days per week Required
CLEARANCE
- Active Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship is required since this role supports the U.S. Federal government
CLIENT
- OUSD Personnel & Readiness (P&R) Minuteman project team
WORK HOURS
- 40 hours per week. 8 hours per day
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
- Employment Classification Eligibility W2
COMPENSATION
- Salary range:$155000 - $165000
- Benefits: Benefits package includes options for health dental and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options
Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individuals primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC copier fax telephone cell phone etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead bend and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
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