Senior Data Engineer
USA, Colorado Springs, 2424 Garden of the Gods Rd, Colorado
Full Time Senior-level / Expert Clearance required USD 140K - 185K
KBR, Inc.
Title:
Senior Data EngineerThe KBR team in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a highly motivated Senior Data Engineer to join us in supporting our great nation, specifically on the Air Force Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities (TENCAP) HOPE contract.
Air Force TENCAP exploits National capabilities to deliver rapid, cost-dominant, and innovative warfighting solutions. This is accomplished by analyzing emerging technologies, building partnerships with industry and academia, and prioritizing urgent operational needs.
The Senior Data Engineer will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining data pipelines to support our organization’s data-driven projects and initiatives. This position requires a strong foundation in data engineering concepts, proficiency in relevant technologies, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and efficient data solutions.
Work Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI or Active TS with T5/SSBI within last two years
Required Experience and Education:
- BS degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or Data Science. Other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience
- Must be a US Citizen
Required Skills:
- Strong understanding of data engineering principles, data modeling, and data architecture
- Proficiency in designing and implementing data flows using Apache NiFi, including creating and configuring processors, connecting to databases, and integrating with other tools and technologies
- Experience with developing scalable ETL and ELT workflows for reporting and analytics
- Experience with programming (scripting) languages (i.e. Bash, Python, .Net or Java)
- Experience as a Data Engineer supporting single or multiple domain areas
- Experience with Apache open-source products (i.e. Kafka, Zookeeper, Spark)
- Develop and implement methods of automation and optimization of data and products to present to upper management
- Familiarity with modern database technologies and tools, showcasing the ability to adapt to evolving data storage and management needs
- Proficiency in at least one database language such as SQL, with hands-on experience in writing complex queries
- Ability to combine a diverse set of data sources containing multiple forms of information including, but not limited to, Open Source, Publicly Available Information (PAI), Commercially Available Information (CAI), and intelligence records to provide technical information to produce data packages
- Demonstrate effective communication skills to relay technical findings, and data products for both technical and non-technical customers
- Demonstrated ability to use technical and analytic skills to solve complex problems
Desired Skills:
- Proficiency in designing and implementing data flows using Apache NiFi, including creating and configuring processors, connecting to databases, and integrating with other tools and technologies
- Experience with XML Schemas
- Understanding of real-time data streaming concepts and experience with stream processing frameworks like Apache Kafka Streams or Apache Flink
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, including knowledge of cloud-based data storage, compute, and analytics services
- DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce Basic Qualification (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent)
- Experience working in an Agile development environment, using tools like Jira or Confluence, and following Agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban
- Understanding of Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and experience with tools like Git, Jenkins, or Bamboo for version control, automated testing, and deployment
- Linux System Administrator
- Software development experience (i.e. C++, Java, C)
- Experience with Kubernetes / Docker
- Knowledge of National Intelligence Agencies and Department of Defense elements
- Experience leading projects w/ up to 5 team members
Basic Compensation: $140k - $185k
This range is for the Colorado area only.
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Tags: Agile Architecture AWS Azure CI/CD Computer Science Confluence Data pipelines Docker ELT Engineering ETL Flink GCP Git Java Jira Kafka Kanban Kubernetes Linux Mathematics NiFi Open Source Pipelines Python Scrum Security Spark SQL Statistics Streaming Testing XML
Perks/benefits: Relocation support Signing bonus
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