Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).
Experience: 15+ years of data engineering experience.
SME Technical Competencies
Data Processing Frameworks: Enterprise architecture, framework evaluation, and platform strategy across processing systems.
Database Systems: Architecting petabyte-scale lakehouse infrastructure, distributed storage optimization, and cross-region replication.
Data Modeling: Strategic enterprise data domain modeling, enterprise ontology design, and schema evolution governance.
Programming & Scripting: Multi-language mastery (Python, Scala, C++, Go) for low-level platform extension and memory-level engine optimization.
Containerization: Enterprise multi-cluster Kubernetes strategy, zero-trust container architecture, and data infrastructure scheduling.
Agile Frameworks: Strategic Agile transformation, scaled program delivery (SAFe), and technical governance.
Multi-Cloud Architecture: Hybrid, multi-cloud, and air-gapped enterprise data strategy and infrastructure execution.
Security Scanning Tooling: Enterprise DevSecOps authority, security compliance posture, and risk mitigation strategies.
Desired Qualifications
Advanced Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Kubernetes Certified Administrator (CKA).
Deep understanding of high-assurance systems, zero-trust data governance, and national security data integration challenges.
Position Clearance Requirement
US Citizenship with an active TS/SCI security clearance with Full-Scope Polygraph
Location: Chantilly/Herndon, VA.
Target Salary Range: $185,000.00 – $240,000.00+ (Commensurate with specialized expertise and technical skillset).
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.
We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.
