Data Engineer

AGSI, LLC

(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$55 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary, Contractor, Full-time
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Architectural Analysis, Automation, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Sets, Data Warehousing, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Database Optimization, DevOps, Dimensional Modeling, Docker, Documentation, Environmental Issues, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Government Contracts, Identify Issues, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Java, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Windows Azure, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Production Systems, Programming Languages, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Requirements Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scala Programming Language, Scalable System Development, Security Compliance, Security Protocols, Star Schema, Top Secret Clearance, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Work From Home
POSTED
14 days ago
Job Description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer to join their team and work remotely. This role will support mission-critical data initiatives, enabling advanced analytics, data integration, and scalable data infrastructure in a secure environment.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience designing and building data pipelines, working with large-scale datasets, and operating within secure, cleared environments.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows
     
  • Build and optimize data architectures to support analytics and reporting requirements
     
  • Integrate data from multiple sources (structured and unstructured) into centralized platforms
     
  • Ensure data quality, integrity, and governance across systems
     
  • Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and engineering teams to deliver data solutions
     
  • Optimize database performance and implement indexing, partitioning, and query tuning strategies
     
  • Work within secure DoD environments, ensuring compliance with all security protocols and standards
     
  • Support cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar) and hybrid architectures
     
  • Develop and maintain documentation for data pipelines, systems, and processes
     
  • Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues in production environments


Required Qualifications:

  • Active Top Secret (TS) clearance or higher
     
  • 8+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or related field
     
  • Strong experience with ETL/ELT tools and frameworks
     
  • Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Python, Java, or Scala)
     
  • Experience with data warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery)
     
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
     
  • Experience building and maintaining data pipelines at scale
     
  • Familiarity with data modeling techniques (star schema, dimensional modeling)
     
  • Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance frameworks
     
  • Ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting DoD or federal government contracts
     
  • Familiarity with cleared environments and classified data handling
     
  • Experience with big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop, Kafka)
     
  • Knowledge of DevOps/DataOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, automation)
     
  • Experience with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
     
  • Exposure to real-time data processing and streaming architectures

About the Company

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AGSI, LLC