Data Pipeline Engineer

Job Title – Data Pipeline Engineer (Active TS/SCI Clearance – Federal Project) Location – Georgetown, Washington, DC, United States (100% Onsite) Active TS/SCI clearance Employment Type – Contract (W2) About the Role We are seeking a Data Pipeline Engineer to support a high-visibility U.S. Federal Program based in Washington, DC. The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring the stability, scalability, and reliability of production data pipelines, directly supporting mission-critical federal operations. You will collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and improve complex data workflows, leveraging technologies such as Java, Python, and C++, while working closely with client stakeholders under an active TS/SCI clearance environment. Key Responsibilities • Develop a deep understanding of enterprise-grade data systems and workflows supporting U.S. Government missions. • Diagnose, resolve, and prevent operational issues within complex data pipelines and production systems. • Build automation, monitoring, and alerting tools to ensure data pipeline reliability and performance. • Collaborate with internal and external teams to enhance scalability, resilience, and fault tolerance across production workflows. • Perform root cause analysis and coordinate permanent solutions to recurring data issues. • Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to support mission-critical production environments. • Provide technical feedback and recommendations for process and product improvements. Mandatory Skills & Qualifications • 3–7 years of professional experience as a Data Engineer / Data Pipeline Reliability Engineer / Software Engineer. • Hands-on experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript. • Solid understanding of data pipelines, workflow orchestration, and ETL/ELT frameworks. • Strong communication skills and proven success in client-facing federal environments. • Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis, incident management, and performance optimization. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Preferred Skills • Experience with Apache Spark, Hadoop, or parallel data processing environments. • Familiarity with Palantir Foundry, AWS Data Services, or similar data management tools. • Previous work in federal or defense projects with mission-critical system reliability requirements. • Practical knowledge of CI/CD automation, data validation, and system health monitoring. • Ability to translate technical findings into clear communication for non-technical stakeholders. Why Join Us • Work on a high-impact federal mission supporting national data infrastructure. • Engage with cutting-edge data technologies in a secure and collaborative setting. • Professional growth opportunities with exposure to enterprise-level, mission-critical environments. • Inclusive and supportive workplace fostering innovation and diversity. About NetworkPedia NetworkPedia is a certified women-owned technology and talent solutions company, providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, managed services, and specialized recruitment across North Americas and beyond. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, scalable, and innovative technology while building inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. How to Apply Apply directly via LinkedIn Easy Apply or send your resume to recruitment@networkpedia.com