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# Senior Systems Engineer - ETL

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** McLean, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $146,000.0 - $234,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Visualization, Query Languages, Graph Database, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Neo4j, Data Streaming, Large Language Models, Kubernetes, Docker
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17809885?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17809885%2FSenior-Systems-Engineer-Etl-Virginia-Mclean

## About the Role

* TS/SCI with Polygraph level clearance is required
 * Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.; an additional four years of work history may be considered in lieu of degree.
 * Problem-solving capabilities and analytical thinking
 * Experience with AWS Services (architecture, security, scalability)
 * Understanding of ETL pipelines associated with AI/ML algorithms and their relation to data flow and driving business value.

Desired Experience:

 * Implementation and operation of virtualization software (Docker/Kubernetes)
 * Experience implementing cloud infrastructure in high security environments
 * Experience crafting data visualizations/system diagrams/architecture documentation
 * Knowledge of neo4j graph database technologies, cypher query language
 * Systems engineering support for AI/ML, LLM development projects
 * Programming experience in Java, Python, and JavaScript

## Description

Understands and utilizes data modeling and ETL processes

 * Utilizes Agile development methodologies
 * Familiarity with cloud computing principles
 * Clearly communicates technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, both in person and in writing
 * Manages A&A/ATO compliance and forms, scans/updates, routine information systems security tasks, and systems engineering documentation


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