Data Engineer
Job Location:
Vienna, VA - USA
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Job Summary
SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative missionfocused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector.Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition digital transformation and emerging technologies we deliver agile commercialgrade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.
At the core of SteerBridge is our peopleespecially the veterans whose leadership problemsolving mindset and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We dont simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it creating meaningful career pathways for veterans military spouses and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.
SteerBridge is seeking a Data Engineer (Mid-Level 3 years) to join our growing Aviation team at our headquarters in Tysons Corner (Vienna VA). In this role you will support a major federal transformation effort by modernizing and optimizing complex data systems at scale working alongside architects analysts and data scientists to design efficient data flows enhance data quality and ensure secure reliable pipelines for both real-time and batch processing environments. Our projects span AI/ML cloud architecture and large-scale data engineering to help modernize critical federal systems. This is a full-time on-site position based in Vienna VA (3-5 days/week on-site; hybrid arrangements available at supervisors discretion).
Design build optimize and maintain scalable batch and real-time ETL/ELT pipelines for structured and unstructured data across complex distributed systems.
Develop and manage modern data lake and cloud-based data architectures using platforms such as AWS S3 and Azure Blob Storage including support for API-based data integration.
Implement data transformation workflow automation and orchestration using technologies such as dbt Informatica Azure Data Factory Databricks AWS Glue EventBridge and S3 Event Notifications.
Develop performant SQL queries and Python or JavaScript scripts for data ingestion parsing transformation cleanup and processing.
Conduct data profiling linkage validation and quality checks while maintaining data lineage governance security compliance and performance standards across data environments.
Collaborate with data scientists software engineers and stakeholders to deliver reliable data products supporting analytics reporting and model development.
Maintain technical documentation for pipelines data structures infrastructure standards and data products while mentoring junior engineers through technical guidance code reviews and engineering best practices.
Eligibility requirements: U.S. citizenship is required for this position under applicable federal contract requirements. Candidates must also be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role.
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Strong proficiency in Python and SQL with hands-on experience using Pandas PySpark and AWS Glue.
Strong understanding of ETL/ELT frameworks data lake design and cloud-based data architectures.
Familiarity with both real-time and batch data processing tools and methodologies.
Experience implementing data governance data quality security and compliance standards within data environments.
Ability to appropriately safeguard sensitive information and comply with applicable organizational security and privacy requirements.
Candidates must be located in the Vienna VA area and able to work on-site at the Vienna VA office 35 days per week. Hybrid arrangements may be available at the supervisors discretion.
Experience with dbt Informatica Azure Data Factory and Databricks for data transformation and workflow automation.
Experience with AWS orchestration services such as EventBridge and S3 Event Notifications.
Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading the design of scalable ETL/ELT processes across complex distributed systems.
Familiarity with multi-cloud data processing environments including AWS S3 and Azure Blob Storage as well as API-based data integration.
The posted compensation range reflects the scope and requirements of this position. A final offer will be determined based on the candidates relevant experience skills education certifications and work location along with the responsibilities of the position. Where applicable contract requirements wage determinations and federal contract labor categories may also inform the offer.
SteerBridge also offers benefits that may include health and life insurance paid time off paid holidays disability coverage retirement savings and professional development opportunities. Benefits vary by position and eligibility.
SteerBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignityregardless of race color gender age religion national origin ancestry disability veteran status genetic information sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance during the application process we encourage you to reach out so we can support your needs.
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About Company
SteerBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disab ... View more
