SMX is hiring a Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize systems for data collection, storage, access, and analytics at scale

The ideal candidate will analyze and organize raw data, build robust data systems, and explore ways to enhance data quality and reliability. This role involves collaborating with analytics and business teams to transform raw information from different sources into high-quality, accessible data pipelines.

Create data pipelines that convert raw data into formats usable by data scientists, data-centric applications, and other data consumers
Make data available, accessible, and secure to stakeholders.
Ensure data pipelines meet Service Level Agreements and performance standards
Monitor data repositories and data pipelines to ensure operational efficiency and take action to address and resolve problems
Implement orchestration and automation solution for data pipelines

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in computer science, - Information Technology, Data Engineering, or a related field.
8 years of professional experience in a data engineering or backend software engineering role.
Active Secret security clearance.
Strong proficiency in SQL and data query creation.
Experience with data modeling, data migration, and ETL functions.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interface with customers

Desired Skills & Experience

Experience supporting AI/ML pipelines, vectorization, or embedding generation
Experience with data governance, access controls, or sensitive data protection
Exposure to DevOps/CI-CD patterns for data workflows
Experience with Databricks
Experience with real-time data streaming and event-driven architectures

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 & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$115,000—$187,000 USD

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.

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.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

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).

The proposed salary for this position is: 115000 - 187000 USD

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