Senior Data Engineer

TL;DR

Senior Data Engineer (Data Science/ML): Building and maintaining scalable, reliable data pipelines and models to transform mission and business needs into high-quality data solutions. Focus on designing ETL processes, optimizing database and pipeline performance, and ensuring data quality and security.

Location: Onsite in Fort Bragg, NC

Company

hirify.global is a rapidly growing government contractor providing leading-edge support to federal customers, with a particular focus on Defense and National Security mission sets.

What you will do

• Build and maintain scalable, reliable data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Design and implement data models, schemas, and standards.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to deliver solutions.
• Analyze large datasets and present findings through dashboards and reports.
• Optimize database and pipeline performance and troubleshoot system issues.
• Implement data quality checks, validation routines, and security measures.

Requirements

• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance (required or pending verification).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) OR CSSLP / CISSP-ISSAP.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala.
• Strong SQL skills; familiarity with analytics languages/tools such as R.
• Experience with data processing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Hadoop) and orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow).
• Familiarity with cloud-based data services (e.g., AWS Redshift, Google BigQuery, Azure Data Factory).
• Experience with data modeling, database design, and data architecture concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree and/or certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics, DAMA CDMP).
• Experience with big data and streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka, Spark, Flink).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with ML pipelines and data science workflows.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).

Culture & Benefits

• Vibrant corporate culture diverse in expertise and perspectives.
• Focus on collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunity to work at the frontier of complex and rewarding national challenges.
• Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).