Data Engineer

Ignite Digital Federal Services
United States, South Carolina, Charleston
1505 King Street (Show on map)
Apr 16, 2025
Are you searching for an opportunity to take your career to the next level? Ignite Digital Services is a fast-growing digital transformation company specializing in data and systems integration solutions for the national security sector. Our small business applies data science, program management and technical consulting expertise to help clients implement data-driven approaches that maximize operational efficiencies. We've redefined what it means to be a leader in our industry by creating and maintaining effective and rewarding working relationships with our clients, partners and internal team members. Our company culture is built upon a team-based approach, which offers continuous opportunities for personal growth and innovation, while providing unmatched value to our clients. Perks of Working at Ignite Digital Services: Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO Education stipends and referral bonuses Compelling work with the U.S. federal government Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement Opportunity to shape the future of our industry Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth Ignite Digital Services is seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines that integrate data from disparate sources within GovCloud and Jupiter (Advana) environments. This critical role ensures hybrid fleet data is accessible, secure, and efficiently delivered for analysis and machine learning applications. Responsibilities: Data Pipeline Development: Implement data pipelines for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data in AWS GovCloud and Jupiter (Advana) Develop automated data management solutions using Databricks/Spark or Apache NiFi and Kafka Write automation and data manipulation scripts using Python, HIVE, SQL, and relevant languages Data Processing: Apply best practices for data cleaning, transformation, and ingestion tailored specifically for machine learning applications Manipulate and prepare large datasets for analysis and connectivity identification Implement and manage data warehousing systems Security & Compliance: Comply with data classification and handling requirements across various impact levels Implement and maintain security best practices to protect sensitive information Develop secure code with robust error handling and vulnerability mitigation. Collaboration & Support: Assist stakeholders in identifying, curating, and managing data assets Contribute to developing data management standards, requirements, and specifications Facilitate effective data compilation, cataloging, caching, distribution, and retrieval Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or related field Significant experience in data engineering, data pipeline development, and database management Proficiency in Python programming and SQL query language Strong understanding of database concepts including relationships, primary keys, and foreign keys Familiarity with APIs such as JDBC and capability for standardized data format conversions. Desired Qualifications: Hands-on experience with Jupiter/Advana platforms Database design expertise Knowledge of common marine domain awareness data structures (CoT, .JSON, .XML) Familiarity with MISB standards Salary: 95k+ to align with education and experience Schedule: onsite M-F in Charleston, SC Travel:This position may require up to 20% travel for on-site data integration, system setup, training sessions, and troubleshooting tasks. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Ignite Digital Services is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors. Ignite Digital Services is an EEO/AA/Disability/VETS Employer. Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status, or any other protected status. For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract. 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