Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. HII Mission Technologies is a leading provider of advanced technologies in national defense, focusing on data evolution and security solutions. They are seeking a Mid/Senior Data Engineer to enhance a centralized data environment that supports financial transaction data and improves transparency for senior leadership decision-making. The role requires expertise in Python development and relational databases, along with the ability to translate strategic imperatives into actionable data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Designs, models, documents, and governs the logical and conceptual data architectures, relationships, and schema evolutions for complex, enterprise-scale applications in support of tracking and accountability reforms
• Analyzes current and emerging system requirements, then develops comprehensive technical, structural, and organizational specifications to enable auditable, transparent data flows
• Establishes and enforces data modeling standards, capacity planning, and performance optimization to support high-reliability DoW environments
• Develops robust Python-based scripts and ETL/ELT pipelines for efficient, secure data ingestion, transformation, and integration from diverse sources
• Leverages deep expertise in Relational Databases (SQL) for advanced querying, schema design, optimization, and data integrity assurance
• Operates within Agile/SAFe development frameworks to deliver iterative, high-value increments aligned with business priorities and DoW policies
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to align development efforts with strategic FMS reform objectives, including enhanced tracking, oversight, and reporting
• Performs additional duties as assigned or required to advance mission goals

Skills

• Proven Python development experience, including building scalable data pipelines and automation solutions
• Ability to work independently while thriving in collaborative team settings
• Self-motivated initiator with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Secret clearance at the time of consideration
• Remote-eligible position; must align with Eastern Time Zone core business hours
• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience
• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
• Strong understanding of transactional data flows, financial management systems, and auditability requirements in DoW/security cooperation contexts
• Direct experience with ADVANA
• Advanced SQL proficiency for complex querying, performance tuning, database administration, and optimization
• Experience in SAFe Agile environments, including participation in PI planning, Scrum/Kanban ceremonies, and DevSecOps practices
• Candidate who resides in east coast

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
• Wellness resources
• Employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• Financial planning tools
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
• Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application

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