Junior Data Engineer

Our organization is a unique software development company based in McLean, Virginia, dedicated to providing top-tier solutions to defend the United States and its businesses.

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Junior Data Engineer who embodies our commitment to excellence and is driven to "do it right." This is a long-term opportunity for serious professionals who meet our stringent requirements and are eager to contribute to our critical mission. Compensation will be commensurate with experience, and we offer significant opportunities for professional growth and advancement within our best-of-the-best team.

DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Junior Data Engineer to join our data team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of our data pipelines and infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and learn from experienced engineers as you help us build robust and scalable data solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your foundational knowledge and grow your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Day-to-day responsibilities and duties include:

Assist in the development and maintenance of data pipelines using technologies such as Apache Spark, Apache Flink, Apache Airflow, and Apache Beam.

Learn and apply best practices for data ingestion, processing, and storage.

Contribute to the design and implementation of data models and schemas.

Deploying and managing applications on Kubernetes.

Work with S3-compatible buckets for data storage and retrieval, and participate in deployment processes involving these systems.

Utilize the Python programming language for data manipulation, pipeline development, and automation tasks.

Participate in code reviews and contribute to maintaining high code quality.

Assist in monitoring and troubleshooting data pipelines and system performance.

Collaborate with senior data engineers and data scientists to understand data requirements and deliver effective solutions.

Adhere to data governance and security policies.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants MUST

- must be able to qualify and maintain security clearance.

- have at least 3 years of Data Engineer experience and have a good understanding of professional business environments.

- be very friendly and able to calmly handle clients and staff

- be able to carry themselves in a professional manner

- be punctual, responsible, and reliable

- have good written and verbal communication skills (answering the phone and composing emails in a professional manner)

Benefits / Additional Compensation:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k match

Paid Time off

Paternal/Maternal Leave

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $85,000 per year excluding bonus and benefits.

Schedule:

The schedule for this position is project driven and can be highly variable depending on project deadlines and the specific needs of the software development teams.

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume. A cover letter is not required, although a short personal message explaining your work experience as it relates to this listing is extremely helpful.