Senior Data Platform Engineer

Join a mission-critical project supporting federal background investigation services within a dynamic team environment. As a Senior Data Platform Engineer, you will develop, extend, and maintain a secure, robust data and AI platform. Your role involves building scalable data pipelines, implementing data governance best practices, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver analysis-ready datasets that meet strict compliance standards such as FedRAMP Moderate, NIST 800-171, and CUI handling. This is a hands-on engineering role ideal for professionals with strong cloud experience, data pipeline expertise, and a passion for working on high-stakes government projects. Your work will directly impact national security efforts and support critical government functions.

• 4+ years’ experience designing, building, and maintaining enterprise-grade data pipelines and ETL workflows
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for data transformation and analysis

• Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure preferred; AWS or GCP acceptable) and version control/CI-CD workflows

• Knowledge of data governance, cataloging tools, and orchestration frameworks such as Airflow or dbt
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a high-trust, regulated environment with minimal supervision

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm; we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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