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540

Data Engineer

540

. Design, build, maintain, and troubleshoot reliable data pipelines throughout the software development lifecycle .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and maintaining data pipelines, utilizing AWS cloud services, and developing Python-based workflows for data transformation and integration. Proficient in implementing data governance, security measures, and automated testing practices to enhance data quality and operational efficiency.

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Data Pipeline DevelopmentAWS Cloud ServicesPython Data TransformationsAutomated Testing with PytestData Security and Governance

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Hard Skills
Data EngineeringETL/ELT ProcessesData IntegrationData StructuresData ModelingData ValidationError HandlingLogging and DebuggingCommand-Line InterfaceVersion Control with GitLab
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingCollaboration with Stakeholders
Tools & Technologies
AWS GlueAWS LambdaAmazon S3CloudWatchJiraConfluence
Certifications & Qualifications
AWS Cloud PractitionerCompTIA Security+
Industry Keywords
Data GovernanceDoW ComplianceAgile DevelopmentData EcosystemU.S. Army Financial Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSCloudETLPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design, build, maintain, and troubleshoot reliable data pipelines throughout the software development lifecycle
  • Support modernization of legacy U.S. Army financial systems and migration to AWS cloud environments
  • Develop Python-based workflows to ingest, transform, validate, and deliver structured and semi-structured data
  • Build and support cloud-native data solutions using AWS Glue, Lambda, S3, and CloudWatch
  • Integrate data from multiple systems and sources, including APIs and various file formats
  • Work with large datasets and improve pipeline efficiency and scalability
  • Participate in technical design discussions concerning data integration, storage, performance, and scalability
  • Implement automated testing, logging, monitoring, and error handling
  • Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code following software engineering and DataOps practices
  • Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to translate requirements into working software
  • Support secure data management, access controls, data governance, and DoW compliance
  • Participate in code reviews and Agile development activities
  • Document data transformations, pipeline processes, and technical decisions
  • Improve workflows, reduce manual processes, and strengthen the Army’s data ecosystem

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Remote within the continental United States, with East Coast working hours and some flexibility
  • Occasional travel may be required (3-4x annually)
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoW Secret clearance
  • 2+ years of related experience in data engineering, software development, data integration, or a closely related field
  • Experience developing Python-based data transformations, scripts, or workflow automation
  • Hands-on experience building, maintaining, or troubleshooting data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes
  • Experience consuming data from APIs and working with X12, JSON, flat files, or fixed-width files
  • Experience with AWS cloud services, particularly AWS Glue, AWS Lambda, Amazon S3, and CloudWatch Logs
  • Familiarity with large datasets and data processing or performance issues
  • Understanding of data structures, data modeling concepts, and data organization and transformation
  • Experience writing and maintaining automated tests using Pytest or similar frameworks
  • Familiarity with data validation, error handling, logging, and debugging practices
  • Understanding of data security, access controls, and data quality principles
  • Experience using GitLab for version control and collaborative development
  • Comfortable working through the terminal or command-line interface
  • Experience using Jira and Confluence in an Agile development environment
  • Ability to interpret ambiguous requirements, file specifications, and JSON structures
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain an AWS Cloud Practitioner certification (or higher) within 30 days of hire
  • Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ certification (or higher) within 30 days of hire
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related engineering field (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health, dental and vision insurance plans
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401k with employer match
  • Company Sponsored Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability coverage
  • Flexible PTO + all Federal holidays off
  • Professional development opportunities (training, certifications, conferences)
  • Paid cloud developer accounts
  • Referral Bonus
  • HQ Office Perks (parking / metro reimbursement, nitro coffee & lunches)
  • Annual Social Events (540 week, hackathon, charity golf tournament, etc.)
  • Access to 540’s Washington Capitals & Nationals tickets