Data Engineer

Job#: 3032609 Job Description: Data Engineer (TS/SCI) Location: Reston, Virginia (On-site) Employment Type: 12 month contract with high potential to extend and/or convert Openings: 1 Role Overview We are seeking a Data Engineer to support a project for the Department of the Air Force. As the Data Engineer, you will design, develop, and implement data pipelines and analytics for applications. This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and address operational challenges using data pipelines and analytics. This is a 12-month contract with a likelihood of extension or conversion, requiring full on-site work in Reston, VA. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and address operational challenges using data pipelines and analytics. • Design, develop, and implement data pipelines and analytics for applications. • Perform Data Ingest, Normalization, Sanitization, Extraction, Transformation, and Loading (ETL) of structured and unstructured data. • Work with multiple data formats, including UCI 2.0+, CSV, JSON, XML, Parquet, and ORC. • Develop and deploy data pipelines and analytics in real-world operational environments. • Deploy, monitor, and optimize data pipelines to ensure high performance and reliability. • Implement event streaming pipelines using tools like Apache Nifi, Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis, RabbitMQ, or ZeroMQ. • Utilize distributed computing platforms such as AWS Lambda, Dask, or Spark. • Leverage cloud-native tools including AWS S3, RDS, EFS, SNS, and SQS. • Utilize data pipeline frameworks such as AirByte, Apache Airflow, dbt, Apache Iceberg, and Snowflake. • Work with GIS data using ArcGIS, PostGIS, and related tooling. • Implement containerized environments using Docker or Kubernetes. Required Qualifications Experience: 10+ years of experience designing, developing, and implementing data pipelines and analytics for applications in fields such as data engineering, data science, or software engineering. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field with nine (9) years of experience, or a Master's degree with seven (7) years of experience. Equivalent relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Clearance: An active TS/SCI security clearance is required. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense TS/SCI clearance as a condition and continuation of employment • Technical Skills: Strong programming skills in Python, Go, Rust, Pandas, R, SQL, or related languages. Physical Requirements: • Ability to safely carry tools and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs aboard ships, including navigating ladders and confined spaces. • Ability to perform work aboard Navy vessels in variable sea conditions. • Ability to comply with safety requirements and wear personal protective equipment (PPE). Preferred Qualifications • Experience with large-scale data architecture in secure DoD or government environments. • Experience architecting data solutions across multi-domain or cross-domain systems. • Familiarity with MLOps practices or deploying analytics pipelines in classified or constrained environments. • Experience with cloud-native data architecture and API design. • Expertise in datastores such as Elasticsearch, Redis, S3, or PostgreSQL. Compensation & Benefits The pay rate for this position is between $65.00 and $90.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. 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Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. © 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved. 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