Junior Data Engineer
About the job
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position under applicable federal contract requirements.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role, including a Public Trust clearance; an active Secret or Top Secret clearance also satisfies this requirement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Data Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 0–3 years of experience in data engineering, software development, or a related field.
- Familiarity with Python and SQL.
- Basic understanding of, or willingness to learn, ETL/ELT concepts and cloud-based data platforms.
- Attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and ability to collaborate effectively while receiving feedback and mentorship from senior team members.
- Write clean, well-documented code to support the development, maintenance, and improvement of data pipelines.
- Assist with data preparation, cleansing, and basic data quality validation across claims and healthcare data sources.
- Support senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving issues within existing ETL/ELT pipelines while applying standard debugging practices.
- Document data workflows, processes, schemas, and technical procedures as directed.
- Participate in code reviews and team development activities to build familiarity with coding standards, engineering practices, and collaborative workflows.
- Develop knowledge of the team’s domain, codebase, data schemas, and MDC data systems to support increasingly independent engineering work.
- Coursework, internship, or project experience involving data pipelines, data engineering, or related data development.
- Exposure to Pandas, Git, or cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Familiarity with healthcare, claims, or related data environments.
About the company
SteerBridge provides technology solutions, professional services, and construction management to U.S. government agencies and the private sector as a prime contractor or subcontractor. Its work includes aviation analytics, veterans services modernization (GI Bill and VA claims), secure payment solutions, and facilities management, all supported by automation and cloud-based workflows. The company differentiates itself through its SDVOSB status, proven federal contracting experience, and a role as an AWS Premier Partner delivering secure, scalable cloud environments. Its goal is to help federal and civilian clients improve efficiency, security, and service delivery with practical, mission-critical technology and program management.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
N/A
Founded
2011
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What believers are saying
- August 2025 VA medical disability exams contract runs through August 2026.
- March 2026 Navy award totals $96 million for Marine Corps logistics support.
- 2026 Moxie Award finalist status signals stronger Washington, DC market visibility.
What critics are saying
- SeaPort NxG task-order competition stays fierce; 829 vendors won awards through 2024.
- VA protests show procurement friction, with SteerBridge challenging RFQ 36C10D24Q0195.
- Revenue concentration on federal agencies exposes SteerBridge if VA or Navy ordering slows.
What makes SteerBridge unique
- SDVOSB status and veteran network fit VA and DoD set-aside buying.
- SeaPort NxG prime award expands Navy access across 23 functional areas.
- AWS Premier Tier Services Partner strength supports secure cloud modernization and automation.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Federal Holidays