Data Engineer
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LocationSterling, Virginia, United States
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
Company size51–200 people
PostedJul 17, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live2d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Jul 17, 202689% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
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Strong working knowledge and experience developing ETL Pipelines
Experience with big data systems, complex structured and unstructured data sets
Supported government data acquisition, analysis, and/or sharing efforts in the past
Strong attention to detail
Ability to understand technical complexities
Willingness to learn and adapt
Inquisitive nature, responsiveness, and excellent testing and quality assurance skills
Strong troubleshooting skills
Ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines
At least 5 years of minimum total relevant experience
BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or technical degree or industry experience equivalent
Current or Active Top-Secret Clearance required
Experience with programming languages Python and Java
Fluency with data extraction, custom translation development, and loading including data prep and labeling
Familiarity with various log formats such as JSON, XML, and others
Ability to decompose technical problems and troubleshoot system and data flow issues
Experience with the agile software lifecycle
Experience with the Linux operating system
Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven)
Familiarity with network and other cyber security logs and information (windows logs, firewall logs, etc)
Experience with working on data from acquisition to end display/usage
Experience troubleshooting and investigating errors and data problems at scale
DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification (i.e. Security+) or willing to obtain within 90 days
7 years (minimum) total relevant experience
Experience with architectures for legacy Unified Platform data platforms or similar commercial systems (Kubernetes)
Experience with cloud-based systems
AI/ML development experience
Experience with SQL through tools such as Trino
Experience developing with Kubernetes environments
Prior experience supporting cyber and/or network security operations within a large enterprise as analyst, engineer, architect, or developer
Experience with data flow, management (i.e. Kafka, NiFi, and SQS solutions)
Familiarity with Zoom/Teams/Meet style team meetings
Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard tool suites (JIRA, Confluence, Github Enterprise)
Ability to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at Sterling, VA office
Skills
Python
Java
JSON
XML
Linux
Git
Nexus
Maven
Trino
Kubernetes
Kafka
NiFi
SQS
JIRA
Confluence
Github Enterprise
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
About the role
Northstrat is seeking a Data Engineer to join the agile development team. The team builds and maintains ETL pipelines that enable full spectrum data operation from ingest to query exceeding current and expected business value requirements through multiple significant experiences. As an individual contributing member of the team, you will participate in our fully agile development process and have the opportunity to work with modern tools and technologies, and you will be encouraged to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is committed to delivering high-quality solutions to our clients. The work environment is a hybrid one, with a mix of remote and in-person work. If you are a self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented software engineer who is passionate about developing innovative software solutions, we would love to hear from you.
Essential Job Responsibilities
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Must have a strong working knowledge and experience developing ETL Pipelines
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The ideal candidate will have worked with big data systems, complex structured and unstructured data sets, and have supported government data acquisition, analysis, and/or sharing efforts in the past
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To excel in the position, the candidate shall have a strong attention to detail, be able to understand technical complexities, and have the willingness to learn and adapt to the situation
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Should have an inquisitive nature, responsiveness, and excellent testing and quality assurance skills.
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Must also possess strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines.
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Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment independently and with our talented team.
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Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Must have: At least 5 years of minimum total relevant experience.
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BS in Engineering, Computer Science, org technical degree or industry experience equivalent
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Current or Active Top-Secret Clearance is required, SCI eligible.
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Must have experience with programming languages Python and Java
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Fluency with data extraction, custom translation development, and loading including data prep and labeling to enable data analytics
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Familiarity with various log formats such as JSON, XML, and others
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Ability to decompose technical problems and troubleshoot system and data flow issues
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Experience with the agile software lifecycle
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Experience with the Linux operating system
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Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven)
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Familiarity with network and other cyber security logs and information (windows logs, firewall logs, etc)
Experience with working on data from acquisition to end display/usage
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Experience troubleshooting and investigating errors and data problems at scale
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Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification (i.e. Security+) or willing to obtain within 90 days of hire
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Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Sterling, VA office. However, flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule.
Preferred Requirements
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Desired: 7 years (minimum) total relevant experience.
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Experience with the underlying architectures for one or more legacy Unified Platform data platforms (Unified Platform GovCloud, DoD Big Data Platform, JCWA systems) or similar commercial systems consistent with the SOO (Kubernetes).
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Experience with cloud-based systems or AI/ ML development a plus.
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Experience with SQL through tools such as trino
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Experience developing with Kubernetes environments
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Prior Experience supporting cyber and/or network security operations within a large enterprise, as either an analyst, engineer, architect, or developer
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Experience with data flow, management (i.e. Kafka, NiFi, and SQS solutions)
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Familiarity with Zoom/Teams/Meet style team meetings
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Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github Enterprise, etc.).
Benefits
Work/Life Balance
Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.
Pay Range
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.
Flex Time
Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. John’s IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st.
Individual Benefits Account (IBA)
To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset – the employee.
The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as:
IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee’s monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee’s salary.
Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)
The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee’s behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee’s compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP.
Lifelong Learning
Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities.
Bring Your True Self
We embrace diversity and encourage inclusion. We support employee led interest groups and challenge our employees to support others and be their best self. We are so true to our beliefs that we offer employee referral incentives. When you like it here, your friends and family will too!
Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.