Senior Data Engineer (5307) at SMX

<div class="ui-form-item ui-form-item-horizontal" data-direction="horizontal"> <div class="ui-form-field lifesuite__rte--display"> <div class="ui-form-field lifesuite__rte--display"> <p data-start="26" data-end="371">cBEYONData + SMX is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join our team in support of a Modernized Data Science Platform for a Federal customer. This role will support IT transformation and modernization efforts by designing, building, and delivering data-driven solutions that connect business requirements with scalable technical capabilities.</p> <p data-start="373" data-end="785">The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience developing production data pipelines, data models, and analytics solutions using Palantir Foundry, Databricks, or similar modern data platforms. This role requires a blend of technical leadership, data engineering expertise, requirements analysis, and the ability to work closely with business and technical stakeholders in a Federal/DoD environment.</p> <p data-start="787" data-end="896">If you are interested in joining a high-performing team with advancement opportunities, then look no further!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3 data-section-id="1nynj7x" data-start="898" data-end="936">Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities</h3> <ul data-start="938" data-end="2068"> <li data-section-id="1expn2b" data-start="938" data-end="1048">Lead and mentor a team of junior developers in the development and delivery of client-required capabilities.</li> <li data-section-id="244h53" data-start="1049" data-end="1163">Design and build new data solutions using Palantir Foundry, Databricks, or comparable enterprise data platforms.</li> <li data-section-id="1egdiro" data-start="1164" data-end="1271">Develop, maintain, and optimize production data pipelines, data models, reports, and analytics solutions.</li> <li data-section-id="1pfkv43" data-start="1272" data-end="1357">Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.</li> <li data-section-id="1hlm051" data-start="1358" data-end="1449">Assess and design modifications to existing data models and platform solutions as needed.</li> <li data-section-id="1pu6qi9" data-start="1450" data-end="1570">Build data models and reporting solutions using datasets from ERPs, legacy systems, and other enterprise data sources.</li> <li data-section-id="1il12hb" data-start="1571" data-end="1678">Promote code into production while following established DevOps, CI/CD, and release management processes.</li> <li data-section-id="mmv9zv" data-start="1679" data-end="1766">Define test cases and validate test results to ensure solutions function as designed.</li> <li data-section-id="9exogj" data-start="1767" data-end="1879">Participate in requirements elicitation, analysis, documentation, and business process improvement activities.</li> <li data-section-id="18t3b1i" data-start="1880" data-end="1988">Work cross-functionally with technical teams, business stakeholders, and Federal customer representatives.</li> <li data-section-id="1wt8ty2" data-start="1989" data-end="2068">Support knowledge sharing through code reviews, documentation, and mentoring.</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="1sjr127" data-start="2070" data-end="2099">Required Skills/Experience</h3> <ul data-start="2101" data-end="3669"> <li data-section-id="13pyyxc" data-start="2101" data-end="2201">Security Clearance: U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance are required.</li> <li data-section-id="u9zpo7" data-start="2202" data-end="2282">Ability to work onsite 2 days per week at the Taylor Building in Crystal City.</li> <li data-section-id="uwgcdt" data-start="2283" data-end="2357">Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.</li> <li data-section-id="1c5edk6" data-start="2358" data-end="2412">Experience: 10 years of related work experience.</li> <li data-section-id="hisu0p" data-start="2413" data-end="2512">Minimum of 5 years of hands-on development experience with proficiency in<strong> </strong>Python and PySpark.</li> <li data-section-id="17xplj7" data-start="2513" data-end="2646">Hands-on experience building production data pipelines, data models, and analytics solutions in<strong> </strong>Palantir Foundry or Databricks.</li> <li data-section-id="ifhdn9" data-start="2647" data-end="2755">Prior experience leading junior developers to deliver software or data capabilities on 2 or more projects.</li> <li data-section-id="1ksa9vu" data-start="2756" data-end="2814">Experience with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines using GitLab.</li> <li data-section-id="xfwvju" data-start="2815" data-end="2922">Army functional knowledge and proven experience in requirements elicitation, analysis, and documentation.</li> <li data-section-id="1tg681i" data-start="2923" data-end="3026">Familiarity with database design and architecture, including relational and non-relational databases.</li> <li data-section-id="1s2meqd" data-start="3027" data-end="3100">Knowledge of commercial cloud architecture, including AWS and/or Azure.</li> <li data-section-id="1og0e46" data-start="3101" data-end="3230">Competence with software engineering tools and processes, including estimation, issue tracking, version control, and debugging.</li> <li data-section-id="12sx1fy" data-start="3231" data-end="3296">Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</li> <li data-section-id="couqaq" data-start="3297" data-end="3388">Ability to work cross-functionally and participate in technical and business discussions.</li> <li data-section-id="amdshy" data-start="3389" data-end="3471">Proven ability to work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.</li> <li data-section-id="1gg66u9" data-start="3472" data-end="3563">Proven experience with knowledge sharing, including code reviews and clear documentation.</li> <li data-section-id="132ykk0" data-start="3564" data-end="3669">Driven, self-directed personality with a strong sense of mission and commitment to making a difference.</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="pygym" data-start="3671" data-end="3699">Desired Skills/Experience</h3> <ul data-start="3701" data-end="3959"> <li data-section-id="pjv2k3" data-start="3701" data-end="3740">Experience implementing RESTful APIs.</li> <li data-section-id="3pvpah" data-start="3741" data-end="3865">Exceptional communication skills and the ability to foster positive outcomes across diverse people, teams, and priorities.</li> <li data-section-id="uixyr1" data-start="3866" data-end="3900">Experience working with the DoD.</li> <li data-section-id="1yxrdo8" data-start="3901" data-end="3959">Experience working with GFEBS or another SAP ERP system.</li> </ul> <p data-start="3961" data-end="3994"><strong data-start="3961" data-end="3986">Application Deadline:</strong> 6/30/26</p> <p data-start="3996" data-end="4003" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""># LI-SA1</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> </div><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>&nbsp;</p> <hr> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning &amp; development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.</span></p></div><div class="title">The proposed salary for this position is:</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$125,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$180,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.</p> <p>We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.</p> <p>SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.</p> <p><span data-teams="true"><span id="message-body-1758638857922" class="fui-ChatMyMessage__body rcngbzt ___eyw0iv0 f10pi13n ftqa4ok f2hkw1w f8hki3x f1d2448m f1bjia2o ffh67wi f1j6vpng f1pniga2 f987i1v f1ffjurs f15bsgw9 f14e48fq f18yb2kv fd6o370 ffwy5si f3znvyf f57olzd f4stah7 f480a47 fs1por5 fk6fouc figsok6 fkhj508 f19n0e5 f9ijwd5 fzqqayd f10ostut f1o0qvyv f9ggezi f1xp5gbu f150uoa4 ffyari3 fo7qwa0 f16xkysk fxowb0n f11ghf3q f13aoclr flypziy f10kwr27 fquw1qa fftr39l f13lathq f15hsm81 f2ss68y ffb60jq f8nuap2 f13nk4fk f7jacry fq08z5q fd9af6s fr74w9q fcl9uv6 f13sm7pj f1u6qqly f16wpxbl faim3u9 f6cs3qo fa2w2z3 fd39nx6 f10gn8j9 frcqmxy f1w9ws4k f1ddxkqj fd10euv fvuz61 f1nbc6gw"><span id="content-1758638857922" class="fui-Primitive ___16zla5h f1oy3dpc fqtknz5 fyvcxda"></span></span></span></p> <div id="x_Signature"></div> <p>Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.</p> <p>SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).</p></div>