Data Engineer - Clearance Required
Tysons, VA
- Pay
$120,000–170,000/yearAnnual period assumed — pay source
Located in the Washington, DC metro area (or commutable area for periodic on-site client support) Target salary range: $120,000 - $170,000 Disclaimer:
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What you’ll work on
Full postingBuild PySpark data pipelines with testing, validation, automation and version control
Set up segmented databases to control access to datasets and data products
Write code to pull external data from APIs into the client environment
Generate data tables for UI execution with SMEs and front-end developers
Work with data providers on data holdings, moving data into Advana, and usage agreements
From the employer’s posting
Build data pipelines in PySpark using data engineering best practices for testing, validation, automation, and version control
Set up segmented databases to control access to various datasets and data products
Build code to execute pulls from APIs, allowing access to external data to be pulled into the client environment
Coordinate closely with SMEs and front-end developers to generate data tables required for UI execution
Interact with partners and data providers to understand their data holdings, methods for moving data into the CDAO-Advana platform, and data usage agreements
What you’ll bring
All qualificationsCore experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field and/or equivalent work experience
- 3-10 years of experience as a data engineer
Preferred experience
- Experience working in Palantir Foundry as a Data Engineer, with Maven experience preferred
Qualification wording
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field and/or equivalent work experience
3-10 years of experience as a data engineer
Experience working in Palantir Foundry as a Data Engineer, with Maven experience preferred
Education & alternatives
Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field and/or equivalent work experience - 3-10 years of experience as a data engineer
Tools in this posting
- Python
- Spark
- PySpark
Source — Tool mentions in context
- Agile-based development - Python, Spark, notebooks - Data Bricks or similar environment
- Set up segmented databases to control access to various datasets and data products - Build data pipelines in PySpark using data engineering best practices for testing, validation, automation, and version control - Coordinate closely with SMEs and front-end developers to generate data tables required for UI execution
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Job description
Overview
LMI is seeking a Data Engineer to develop, test, maintain, and augment data pipelines and database setups in support of a supply chain risk program for the Department of Defense. This position requires an active Secret Clearance.
LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.
Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.
Responsibilities
- Set up segmented databases to control access to various datasets and data products
- Build data pipelines in PySpark using data engineering best practices for testing, validation, automation, and version control
- Coordinate closely with SMEs and front-end developers to generate data tables required for UI execution
- Build code to execute pulls from APIs, allowing access to external data to be pulled into the client environment
- Interact with partners and data providers to understand their data holdings, methods for moving data into the CDAO-Advana platform, and data usage agreements
- Self-starter, and eager to learn and work in a team environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field and/or equivalent work experience
- 3-10 years of experience as a data engineer
- Experience working in Palantir Foundry as a Data Engineer, with Maven experience preferred
- Experience with:
- Palantir technologies: Foundry, Vantage, and/or Maven Smart Systems (MSS)
- Agile-based development
- Python, Spark, notebooks
- Data Bricks or similar environment
- Effective analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills
- Active DoD Secret clearance required (Top Secret desired)
- Located in the Washington, DC metro area (or commutable area for periodic on-site client support)
Target salary range: $120,000 - $170,000
Disclaimer:
The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.
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Located in the Washington, DC metro area (or commutable area for periodic on-site client support) Target salary range: $120,000 - $170,000 Disclaimer:
- Location & working pattern
Tysons, VA
- Active DoD Secret clearance required (Top Secret desired) - Located in the Washington, DC metro area (or commutable area for periodic on-site client support) Target salary range: $120,000 - $170,000
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