Data Engineer

Overview Ready to build data infrastructure that actually matters to national defense? As FWI's Data Engineer on the DA2I program, you'll architect end-to-end pipelines using Databricks, Spark, and Palantir Foundry that power decision-making for the National Guard's Minuteman Community Space. If you want your ETL and big-data skills to support a real DoW mission, not just another dashboard, this is the seat.

FWI is building a team to support the National Guard Bureau's (NGB) Minuteman Community Space and asa Data Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining the Minuteman Community Space's data infrastructure and systems, using ETL, Databricks, Python, Spark, Scala, JavaScript/JSON, and SQL to ensure efficient data processing and analysis.

Work Schedule and Location:

This full-time position will work Monday through Friday, in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement end-to-end data pipelines, utilizing ETL processes and technologies such as Databricks, Python, Spark, Scala, JavaScript/JSON, and SQL

Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and design optimal data models and architectures

Create and optimize data pipelines from scratch, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high-performance processing

Perform data cleansing, data integration, and data quality assurance activities to maintain the accuracy and integrity of large datasets

Leverage big data technologies to efficiently process and analyze large datasets

Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to provide timely and accurate data insights and support decision-making processes

Troubleshoot data-related problems and provide innovative solutions to address complex data challenges

Implement and enforce data governance policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices

Qualifications Required Qualifications:

3-10 years of directly related experience and a B.A./B.S. or M.A./M.S. in a related field

3+ years of experience as a Data Engineer

Proficiency in ETL processes and firsthand experience with technologies such as Databricks, Python, Spark, Scala, JavaScript/JSON, SQL, and Jupyter Notebooks

Experience working with large datasets and leveraging big data technologies to process and analyze data efficiently

Understanding of data modeling/visualization, database design principles, and data governance practices

Must possess an active Secret clearance at minimum

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the DoW mission and associated datasets

Previous experience with Advana or the War Data Platform

Experience with APIs

Experience with Machine Learning models and/or Generative AI

Experience building within Palantir Foundry applications, including Workshop, Ontology Manager, and Gaia

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Why Join Our Team At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Pay Range 105-115k per year

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