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# Data Engineer SME - PRIME, Hybrid - TS/SCI

- **Company:** SRC RECRUITING, LLC
- **Location:** San Antonio, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon S3, Bash Shell, Big Data, Information Engineering, Data Integrity, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mining, Linux, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Apache Maven, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Extensible Markup Language (XML), YAML, Gitlab, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Apache Nifi, Data Management, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Docker
- **Published:** July 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9004760/data-engineer-sme-prime-hybrid-tssci

## About the Role

Experience: At least 14 years of experience in Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or Database Engineering. (+4 additional years of relevant experience can substitute for a BS degree).

Technical Core: Fluency in data extraction, custom translation development, and loading (ETL). You should have significant experience with Java (including unit/integration testing), Python, and SQL.

Big Data Tools: Expertise in Apache NiFi (administration and troubleshooting) and data flow solutions like Kafka and AWS S3/SQS.

Infrastructure & DevOps: Proficiency with Linux OS (BASH), Maven, GitLab, and YAML for schema configuration. Experience with Kubernetes and Docker is a plus.

Certification: Must be certified DoD IAT II or higher (Sec+, etc)

Mission Knowledge: Familiarity with cyber/network security operations and various log formats (JSON, XML).

Soft Skills: Ability to lead a department, decompose complex technical problems, and work effectively in Agile environments.

*Please note: Applicants may be required to complete a coding challenge during the interview process per customer requirements.

Clearance Requirements

An active TS/SCI is required for consideration. Please note, you must have the required clearance - under or non-cleared applicants will not receive a response.

## Description

We are seeking a SME-level Data Engineer to support the ingestion of mission-critical and mission-support data sets into a big data environment. This role is pivotal in supporting cyber and network-related missions within military spaces. As a senior member of the team, you will focus on software infrastructure for big-data-scaled ingestion - including understanding new data sources, implementing testing, and establishing monitoring. Additionally, you will lead the department in achieving strategic goals, ensuring data integrity, and fostering a collaborative, innovative work environment.


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