Fantom

Systems integration and IT services, analytics

Junior Data Engineer

Data EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChantilly, VA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Must be fully cleared with a recent polygraph.
Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent education and experience.
Approximately 4–8 years of professional data engineering, software engineering, or related experience.
Demonstrated experience designing and maintaining ETL processes and enterprise data pipelines.
Strong Python development experience.
Hands-on AWS experience with services such as EC2, Lambda, EKS, and S3.
Experience supporting scalable data platforms and production data workflows.
Understanding of data modeling, data integration, and performance optimization.
Experience working within Agile software development environments.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise ETL processes and data pipelines.
Build Python-based solutions for data ingestion, transformation, and processing.
Integrate structured and unstructured data across multiple systems and environments.
Design and support scalable data solutions within AWS environments.
Improve data quality, platform performance, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Troubleshoot data issues and support production operations and system sustainment.
Develop automation to improve the reliability and performance of data engineering processes.
Support testing, deployment, and maintenance of data platform capabilities.
Participate in Agile sprint planning, backlog refinement, and technical reviews.
Develop technical documentation, data flow diagrams, and operational procedures.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Apache Airflow or similar workflow orchestration platforms.
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
Infrastructure as Code experience using Terraform.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Experience working with large-scale datasets and distributed processing frameworks.

Fantom Corporation is a mission-focused organization supporting critical programs across the defense and intelligence community. We partner with our customers to deliver high-impact technical solutions while fostering a culture built on trust, expertise, and long-term career growth.

We are seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain modern data solutions supporting critical Intelligence Community operations. This position will work within a collaborative Agile team alongside software engineers, data engineers, and mission stakeholders to develop scalable data pipelines, optimize cloud-based data platforms, and enable the efficient movement and transformation of data across complex environments.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise ETL processes and data pipelines
Build Python-based solutions for data ingestion, transformation, and processing
Integrate structured and unstructured data across multiple systems and environments
Design and support scalable data solutions within AWS environments
Improve data quality, platform performance, scalability, and operational efficiency
Troubleshoot data issues and support production operations and system sustainment
Develop automation to improve the reliability and performance of data engineering processes
Support testing, deployment, and maintenance of data platform capabilities
Participate in Agile sprint planning, backlog refinement, and technical reviews
Develop technical documentation, data flow diagrams, and operational procedures

Required Qualifications

Must be fully cleared with a recent polygraph
Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent education and experience
Approximately 4–8 years of professional data engineering, software engineering, or related experience
Demonstrated experience designing and maintaining ETL processes and enterprise data pipelines
Strong Python development experience
Hands-on AWS experience with services such as EC2, Lambda, EKS, and S3
Experience supporting scalable data platforms and production data workflows
Understanding of data modeling, data integration, and performance optimization
Experience working within Agile software development environments

Desired Qualification

Experience with Apache Airflow or similar workflow orchestration platforms
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Infrastructure as Code experience using Terraform
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Experience working with large-scale datasets and distributed processing frameworks
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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Fantom Corp is a Software Development, Agile Cloud, Software Development, Cyber Security (Risk Management, Assessments & Authorization (A&A)), Data, AI Platform (Computer Vision Models), Podcasting Media Services, and IT Services provider. Established in 2015, Fantom Corp serves Federal customers with top-notch Cybersecurity Architects, Data Scientists/Analysts, Software Engineers/Developers, DevSecOps Engineers, Project Managers, Identity, Credential Access Management (ICAM) services , and Cloud-certified practitioners. We excel in delivering emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) with a focus on identifying trends, object detection, and classification of structured and unstructured data. Fantom Corp possesses mastery in all aspects of digital audio production. We lead in the ideation and creation of efforts for clients who want to harness the power of podcasting. We guide them in selecting the right show format for their needs and goals. As a Small Business, we possess the innovation, speed and flexibility to meet your requirements.

About the Company

Fantom

Systems integration and IT services, analytics

Fantom leads IT services for federal and commercial clients, focusing on big data analytics, system integration, software engineering, and technical consulting. Its offering blends architecture and program management with data-driven capabilities to help organizations detect patterns, uncover trends, and derive actionable insights from structured and unstructured data. Projects are delivered through service contracts and fixed engagements, supported by a team of architects, engineers, and program managers. What sets Fantom apart is its minority-owned status combined with a dual focus on Department of Defense and Intelligence Community work alongside private-sector clients, and its emphasis on employee well-being through benefits like profit-sharing and life insurance. The company's goal is to enable clients to make informed decisions and achieve mission and business objectives by providing specialized IT solutions and data-driven capabilities.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Leesburg, VA
Founded: 2014

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