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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Architect and Solutions Engineer - **Company:** The Aerospace Corporation - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $117,300.0 - $175,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Information Systems, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Security, Data Systems, Middleware, Graph Database, Python (Programming Language), DataOps, Software Engineering, Virtualization Technology, Enterprise Data Management, Cloud Platform System, Backend, Microsoft Fabric, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Management, Data Lakehouse, Docker, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** July 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://aero.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chantilly-VA/Data-Architect-and-Solutions-Engineer_R014288 ## About the Role * Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field from an accredited institution. * 8+ years of professional experience in data engineering and architecture roles. * Intermediate to advanced proficiency in a programming language such as Python, C/C++, Java, etc. * Expertise in modern data architectures, paradigms, solutions, and platforms. (e.g. data lakehouse, data fabric, data mesh, etc.) * Experience in enterprise data management systems, data operations, integration and fusion. * Experience with cloud-native application development and deployment. * Familiarity in cloud technologies and platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Platform One). * Experience in back-end and middleware development. * Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site/domestically/internationally if required. * This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: * Advanced degree (Masters, or PhD) in Computer Science or a related STEM field. * Demonstrated expertise in data architectures and developing platforms for multi-domain enterprise organizations. * Proficiency in data security, management, governance, orchestration, integration and fusion, virtualization, and access. * Knowledge of knowledge graphs, and ontologies. * Proficiency in microservices and cloud architectures. * Strong familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and similar technologies. * Familiarity with latest AI advancements in data management, governance, and operations * Strong technical leadership skills. ## Description * Collaborating closely with National Security Space, United States Space Force, and other Department of Defense customers. * Providing advanced data architecture and engineering designs and solutions for the space enterprise. * Leading the development of highly resilient and efficient data architectures, platforms, and solutions that are central to both current and future information systems. * Supporting our customers by managing rapidly growing data volumes with innovative data platforms. * Adapting duties, responsibilities, and activities as needed to meet evolving organizational requirements. * Driving increased velocity and innovation for Aerospace and our customers through the development of these data solutions. ## Related Videos - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers)