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# Data Engineer II / Cloud

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Systems, Database Queries, DevOps, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), SQL Azure, RStudio, Power BI, SAS (Software), Software Engineering, Tableau (Software), Data Ingestion, Azure Data Factory, Git, Data Lakes, Pyspark, Information Technology, Data Pipelines, Databricks
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9038485/data-engineer-ii-cloud

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.
 * 5+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, software development, or cloud-based data management.
 * Strong SQL skills.
 * Hands-on experience with Python, R, SAS, PySpark, or comparable technologies.
 * Experience developing ETL/ELT processes and data pipelines.
 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
 * Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust Security Clearance

 * Experience supporting CDC, HHS, or public health data systems.
 * Experience supporting SAS-to-Python, SAS-to-R, or similar modernization initiatives.
 * Experience with EDAV (Databricks, Azure Data Factory, Delta Lake, R Studio, PowerBI, Tableau), 1CDP (Palantir Foundry), Azure SQL, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
 * Experience supporting migration from SAS to other analytics solutions (e.g., R, Python, Databricks, Palantir Foundry).
 * Experience supporting dual-run validation, equivalency testing, and controlled migration approaches.
 * Experience with Git, CI/CD, DevOps, and cloud deployment practices.
 * Preferred Certifications: Databricks Data Engineer Associate/Professional, Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203), Azure AI Engineer Associate, or equivalent.
 * Master's degree preferred.

## Description

Leidos is seeking a to support CDC DHP data modernization, analytics, and cloud-based data management initiatives. This role provides hands-on technical expertise for development, migration, testing, validation, and sustainment of analytical workflows supporting surveillance, research, reporting, and operational activities.

 * Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and integration solutions.
 * Support migration and modernization of SAS-based analytics and reporting workflows.
 * Develop ETL/ELT processes and cloud-based data engineering solutions.
 * Implement automated testing, validation, and monitoring processes.
 * Support data ingestion, transformation, and delivery across multiple analytical environments.
 * Develop reusable code, technical documentation, and deployment procedures.
 * Collaborate with architects, analysts, and program stakeholders to support modernization objectives.


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