Data Engineer
Graham Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-native data pipelines, governance frameworks, AI-ready infrastructure, and enterprise data platforms supporting our customers' mission objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong cloud engineering, ETL/ELT, data governance, and analytics expertise with experience supporting large-scale scientific or federal data environments.
Location: Remote
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with customer data practitioners and IT staff to develop cloud infrastructure requirements
Analyze technical options and develop cloud architecture proposals for modernization initiatives
Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines supporting structured and unstructured datasets
Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) automation and deployment workflows
Develop data ingestion, transformation, metadata management, and reporting solutions
Support governance standards, data quality frameworks, and enterprise metadata harvesting
Enable AI/ML and MLOps lifecycle infrastructure across NOS programs
Support GIS, video, analytics, and environmental data systems modernization efforts
Develop operational reporting, performance metrics, and compliance dashboards
Collaborate with cross-functional technical and non-technical stakeholders
Provide monthly status reporting and support quarterly stakeholder reviews
Support customer-wide data management initiatives and emerging mission programs
Required Skills:
Experience:
Minimum 7+ years of experience in data engineering, cloud infrastructure, or enterprise data management
Experience designing and implementing ETL/ELT pipelines and enterprise data warehouses
Experience with cloud-native architectures and distributed data processing frameworks
Experience supporting large-scale data modernization initiatives
Experience with metadata management, data governance, and data quality processes
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or related technical field
Certifications / Tools:
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Experience with SQL, Python, and enterprise data integration tools
Familiarity with Kubernetes, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines preferred
Experience with GIS and geospatial technologies preferred
Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
Strong project coordination and prioritization capabilities
Ability to work independently within distributed remote teams
Desired Skills:
Experience:
Federal Government program support experience
Experience supporting AI/ML infrastructure and MLOps environments
Experience with environmental, scientific, or geospatial datasets
Experience supporting enterprise analytics and reporting platforms
Education:
Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
Clearance:
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or other Government suitability requirements
Knowledge:
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling procedures
Federal cloud modernization and governance frameworks
Work Environment:
Remote work authorized with availability during core hours (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST)
Occasional travel may be required
Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) will be provided
Compensation:
At Graham Technologies, we believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. Our compensation package is designed to ensure fair pay for work, reflecting our commitment to integrity.
Many IT companies offer similar services, but what truly sets us apart is our people! We care deeply about our employees and consistently show our appreciation-not just for the final outcomes, but also for the effort and dedication shown every step of the way. Additionally, our generous benefits package supports our team members in living fulfilling and prosperous lives.
Here are just a few highlights of what we offer:
Four Weeks of Accrued PTO in the First Year
Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(k) Plan with Annual Employer Contributions
Flexible Schedules
Reimbursements for Continued Education and Training
Why Graham Technologies?
Our core values define who we are:
Value our Customers
Care about our Employees
Passionate about Innovation
Believe in a Strong Work Ethic
Rely on Teamwork
Integrity Matters
Founded in 2007, GTech is a consulting services firm passionate about delivering tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs and maximize the value of their investments. We achieve this by providing top-notch professionals across the IT industry. Our team embodies integrity, commitment, and reliability, which are at the heart of everything we do.
We are also dedicated to fostering a culture of support for our employees-the lifeblood of our business. At Graham Technologies, we've built a family-oriented environment where team members are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance, pursue their passions, and grow professionally through flexible schedules, continued education, and a strong sense of community.