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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Engineer 3 - Reston, VA - Freewheel - **Company:** Comcast - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $113,514.0 - $170,271.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Sql Data Warehouse, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Transformation, Data Structures, Data Systems, Data Warehousing, Software Design Patterns, Distributed Computing Environment, Data Intelligence, Python (Programming Language), Cloud Services, SQL Databases, Teradata SQL, Data Storage Technologies, Snowflake, Apache Spark, Data Lakes, Kubernetes, Data Lineage, Data Lakehouse, Database View, Looker Analytics, Data Pipelines, Databricks, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gm9w8u ## About the Role + Strong SQL proficiency + Programming language proficiency (Python preferred) + Proficiency in distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark) + Cloud Data Warehouse management + Knowledge of at least one of cloud provider (AWS, GCP, or Azure) + Familiarity with data pipeline design pattern + Knowledge of data observability + Exposure to Embedded Business Intelligence like Looker is desired but not required + Exposure to modern data stack such as dbt, Airflow, Snowflake, Apache Spark is highly desired + Exposure to Data Consumption challenges and solutions is highly desired, Data Lake; Data Warehouse ETL; Data Warehouse; Structured Query Language (SQL); Data Lakehouse Architecture; Data Transformation; Python (Programming Language), Bachelor's Degree While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience. Relevant Work Experience 5-7 Years **Job Family Group:** Enterprise Analytics & Data Intelligence ## Description This job independently designs, develops, and manages advanced data structures and pipelines, ensuring data quality and accessibility. It strategically implements data solutions across various platforms, maintaining compliance with privacy and regulatory standards. The role acts as a technical resource, optimizing data processes and storage to support key business initiatives., + Designing and constructing data architectures and pipelines to standardize, transform, and ensure the integrity of data for business insights + Guaranteeing data quality throughout the ingestion, processing, and loading phases, with a focus on maintaining high standards + Engineering robust ingestion frameworks for a variety of data types, while monitoring and reporting on data quality + Developing accessible methods for data consumption, including APIs, database views, and data extracts for user applications + Implementing data solutions on multiple platforms such as Kubernetes, Teradata, and cloud services like AWS and Databricks + Selecting appropriate data storage platforms based on data sensitivity, privacy requirements, and access needs + Mastering data lineage and applying transformation rules for effective change management and issue resolution + Collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine data sourcing and processing, ensuring optimal data quality and efficiency + Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance. + Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. 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