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Science Applications International

Senior Data Engineer [FORTUNE]

Company: Science Applications International

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted on: June 22

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking cleared (Secret) Data Engineer / Architect to support a recently awarded Navy Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) contract.

Job Summary: We are working to establish a Common Digital Foundation (CDF) a shared, secure, and interoperable foundational data platform. As the Data Architect/Data Engineer, you will be a core member of the team responsible for designing, building, and managing the infrastructure that underpins the CDF. You will work collaboratively with developers, data scientists, and other key stakeholders to ensure the CDF is VAULTIS (visible, accessible, understandable, linked, trustworthy, interoperable, and secure) compliant and scalable to meet current and future needs. This role requires a blend of data architectural skills and hands-on engineering expertise. This is a recently awarded contract, funded for five years.

Work is primarily performed on site in San Diego, CA and has some hybrid remote flexibility. You must live in the local area to frequently come on site.Duties and Responsibilities:

Define and implement a next-generation data architecture for the CDF to ensure long-term scalability. Create and manage robust and reliable data pipelines from diverse data sources (e.g., structured, semi-structured, and unstructured) aligning with data governance policies, security standards and industry best practice. Develop and implement data standards, procedures, and definitions for data governance as required aligning with higher headquarters policies when applicable. Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies and tools. Ensure data curation processes maintain accuracy and integrity through a quality assurance process. Work closely with data analysts and data scientists to ensure data solutions are accessible and reliable. Design and implement effective data storage solutions using appropriate technologies (e.g., cloud, on-premise). Contribute to the documentation of data architecture, data pipelines, data catalog, and ETL capabilities.

Qualifications

Required Education & Years Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field and seven (7) to fifteen (15) years of experience.
Required Clearance:
  • US Citizenship.
  • Active Secret Clearance.
    • Must be and eligible for upgrade to a Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.

Required Experience & Skills:

  • Proven experience in building and managing data pipelines, data storage, and associated infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, etc.) for data processing and automation.
  • Experience in data visualization tools and techniques.
  • Understanding of data warehousing solutions and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) frameworks.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and their data services.
  • Experience with data governance frameworks and tools, as well as data security.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • An advanced degree is a plus.
    Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

    Overview

    SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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