Join Us as a Data Engineer Advisor at GDIT

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Currently Possessing: None

Clearance Level to Obtain: None

Suitability: Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Data Science

Job Qualifications

Skills Required: Business Intelligence (BI), Data Analysis, Data Science

Certifications: Not specified

Experience: 8+ years of related experience

US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

As a Data Engineer Advisor at General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), you’ll get the chance to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges. Your role will involve tailoring advanced data engineering strategies to meet our clients' unique requirements. In a career centered on data engineering, you’ll prioritize delivering exceptional data quality to users and applications, with our support fueling your professional advancement.

At GDIT, our people differentiate us. As a Data Engineer Advisor, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring today's operations are secure and tomorrow's solutions are more intelligent. Your contributions will support the Bureau of Fiscal Service's mission to modernize and migrate a cloud-based payment application. Working with stakeholders, you’ll help develop software designs and code to scale this critical system, enhancing user insights and resolving real-world financial challenges.

Join our team and leverage your expertise to shape the future of secure, intelligent payment solutions for the U.S. Department of the Treasury. This role offers a hybrid work model located in Bossier City, LA, with a preference for candidates in Louisiana. Remote work is also an option.

How a Data Engineer Advisor Will Make an Impact

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of a large-scale data migration project, transitioning complex data ecosystems between cloud environments.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including data architects, developers, and business stakeholders, to capture data requirements, identify migration challenges, and develop comprehensive migration strategies.
• Utilize advanced data engineering techniques such as data ingestion, transformation, and modeling to ensure data integrity, consistency, and availability throughout the migration process.
• Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance, ensuring data adheres to industry standards and regulatory requirements during migration.
• Optimize and streamline data pipelines using cloud-native services and automation tools to enhance efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness in the cloud environment.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• MS or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience
• US Citizenship
• Proven experience in leading data migration within AWS cloud environments
• Proficiency in AWS data services such as S3, Redshift, Athena, Glue, and QuickSight
• Experience in data ingestion, transformation, and loading processes within AWS
• Knowledge of database migration techniques and AWS data lake architecture patterns
• Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance best practices within AWS

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with AWS CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python for data engineering tasks and scripting
• Experience with project management tools such as JIRA

GDIT is Your Place

At GDIT, you’ll enjoy a full-flex work week that lets you balance your priorities at work and at home. We offer comprehensive health and wellness packages, a 401K with company match, and an internal mobility team that supports your career growth. Additionally, you can learn cutting-edge technology and take advantage of paid education and certifications.

Rest and recharge with up to 15 days of paid leave per calendar year and 10 paid holidays. Our Total Rewards package also includes short and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and more. Our likely salary range