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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Data Engineer - **Company:** Parsons Corporation - **Location:** Falls Church, VA, United States - **Salary:** $112,200.0 - $196,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Cloud Database, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data as a Services, Information Engineering, Data Infrastructure, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Database Applications, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Document-Oriented Databases, Github, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, NoSQL, Cloud Services, Secure Coding, Software Construction, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Cloud Platform System, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Data Pipelines, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins, Databricks - **Published:** August 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://parsons.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Search/job/US---VA-Falls-Church/Cloud-Data-Engineer_R184760 ## About the Role * Hands-on experience in data engineering, data integration, or software engineering * Experience building ETL pipelines and data processing workflows * Experience integrating APIs, applications, services, or databases * Proficiency in a modern programming language - Python, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript * Working knowledge of cloud-native data platforms and services * Experience developing or troubleshooting in Linux-based environments * Familiarity with Git and collaborative source control workflows * Understanding of secure coding and software engineering best practices * Strong troubleshooting skills across pipelines, APIs, databases, and integrations * Solid analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills * Ability to collaborate across engineering teams and adapt to shifting requirements * Ability to work within secure or mission-oriented environments Nice to Have: * Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services * Experience with Databricks or similar cloud data platforms * Experience with GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or comparable CI/CD tools * Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases * Experience with data modeling, large-scale processing, or streaming/event-driven architectures * Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization tools * Exposure to DevOps/DevSecOps practices * Experience assessing software dependencies, licensing, or supply chain security * Background supporting federal, defense, intelligence, or other mission-driven organizations * AWS certification (Developer, Solutions Architect, Data Engineer, or DevOps Engineer) * Active or eligible security clearance, where applicable ## Description Parsons is looking for a hands-on Cloud Data Engineer to join our team supporting mission-critical cloud, data, and AI-enabling technology initiatives. This position is open to candidates at multiple experience levels, from mid-career to senior. You'll help design and support cloud-based data pipelines, APIs, and modern data platforms that power advanced analytics and automation for mission-focused programs. This is an implementation-focused role - not a traditional architecture or systems engineering position. We need someone who enjoys building, integrating, and troubleshooting real working systems. 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