Data Engineer (SME)
Job Description
The Data Engineer (SME) will support advanced intelligence and analytics efforts for Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. This role focuses on designing and delivering visual analytic applications and on building and optimizing data analytics and enterprise database systems using structured and semi-structured data along with a mix of open-source, COTS, and GOTS tools.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deliver advanced visual analytic applications for desktop and web-based platforms
- Develop and implement data analytics solutions to support bulk analysis of relational and semi-structured data
- Use advanced graphics, data visualization techniques, and high-performance computing to support intelligence workflows
- Design enterprise database system strategies, including standards for operations, programming, and security
- Design, construct, and maintain large-scale relational databases
- Integrate new systems with existing data warehouse architectures
- Optimize system performance, scalability, and functionality
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and mission teams to support successful delivery of analytics solutions
- Apply open-source, COTS, and GOTS technologies to satisfy program and government requirements
Requirements
- Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field
- Senior-level experience in data engineering, database design, and analytics development
- Experience with: Java, AWS, ETL experience, Spark / Scala, SQL / PLSQL, Postgres, NiFi, Informatica, Linux, and data pipelines (development, optimization, & tuning)
- Strong experience working with structured and semi-structured data sources
- Experience designing and supporting enterprise-scale database and data warehouse systems
- Proficiency with data visualization tools and analytic software for desktop and web environments
- 10+ years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence Community programs
- Familiarity with high-performance computing environments
- Experience integrating data analytics solutions into existing enterprise architectures
Technology Stack
- Java
- AWS
- Spark
- Scala
- SQL
- PLSQL
- Postgres
- NiFi
- Informatica
- Linux
Work Location
Huntsville, AL (onsite)
About Cintel Inc
Cintel Inc. is a Small Business providing strategies and services to support government clients in Software Development, Operational/Tactical and Installation/Facilities Energy, Cyber Security, Modeling and Simulation, Data Science, and Programmatic support. The company emphasizes nimble, value-focused solutions built with an emphasis on people, connectivity, communication, and teamwork.
Team Culture
Cintel, Inc. values highly motivated, technical, self-organized Engineers, Analysts, and Developers. The environment is designed for technical problem solvers who can build solutions for ill-defined problems where requirements may be lacking and a clear path is not immediately obvious. Team members are expected to be self-motivated and eager to learn new skills, including staying current with emerging technology trends.