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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # ETL Developer - **Company:** 9th Way Insignia - **Location:** Columbia, SC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $77,135.0 - $89,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Databases, Data Validation, Information Engineering, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mapping, Data Transformation, Data Structures, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Development, Internet Security, Scrum Methodology, Power BI, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Enterprise Data Management, Data Processing, Information Technology, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/etl-developer-columbia-wa--8bf9ab60-dc00-48d8-b3c0-2b949834786c ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Mathematics, or other technical discipline. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for a degree consistent with contract requirements. * Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in ETL development, data integration, data warehousing, or related technical delivery roles. 8 additional years of experience in lieu of degree. * Experience with the enterprise ETL tool Informatica. * Experience developing or supporting ETL processes, transformation logic, and data movement across systems. * Experience with SQL development and relational database concepts. * Familiarity with source-to-target mapping, data validation, and data quality practices. * Ability to identify and troubleshoot routine data integration and transformation issues with support from senior technical staff as needed. * Experience supporting agile or iterative delivery efforts with backlog-driven work and sprint-based execution. * Experience preparing and maintaining technical documentation supporting operational continuity and knowledge transfer. * Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. * Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance. Preferred/Desired * Experience supporting federal government customers in enterprise data warehouse, analytics, or reporting environments. * Experience supporting business intelligence and downstream reporting tools such as Power BI. * Experience working in environments emphasizing documentation, repeatable delivery processes, and disciplined work tracking. * Current Public Trust or ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance quickly., Agile Programming Methodologies, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Backlog Prioritization, Business Intelligence, Business Support, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Contract Requirements, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Data Mapping, Data Processing, Data Quality, Data Structures, Data Warehousing, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Database Technology, Disability Accommodations, Documentation, Employee Assistance Plan, Engineering Change Management, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Data Integration, Federal Government, Flexible Spending Accounts, Government, Identify Issues, Informatica, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, Internet Security, Knowledge Transfer, Legal, Mathematics, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Production Support, Production Systems, Reconciliation, Relational Databases (RDBMS), SQL (Structured Query Language), Security Clearance, Small Business, Software Development, Software Engineering, Sprint Planning, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Telehealth, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing ## Description 9th Way Insignia is seeking an ETL Developer to support a government customer in Washington, DC. The ETL Developer will support enterprise data integration, reporting modernization, automation, and analytics initiatives across multiple business lines. This position aligns to the Engineer 1 professional level within 9th Way Insignia's career families and is expected to operate as a technically capable contributor supporting production delivery under general supervision and in coordination with more senior technical staff. Professional Level Information As an Engineer, 1 your duties may include testing project components, identifying problems and discovering solutions, working on ongoing projects based on specifications or drawings, and collaborating with teams of other engineers. Typically performs multiple engineering-related tasks in various assignments within the project and firm. An Engineer, 1 has strong technical skills and background, a knack for learning new technologies, and a blend of good problem-solving and innovation needed to resolve a wide variety of technical production challenges. Functional Job (LCAT) Information The ETL Developer is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, refinement, and maintenance of ETL pipelines, data integration workflows, and transformation logic in support of enterprise reporting, analytics, and operational decision-making. This role supports recurring and ad hoc data needs across multiple business lines and works closely with senior ETL developers, analysts, reporting developers, testers, and Government stakeholders to implement technical solutions in a production environment. The ETL Developer is expected to understand core ETL concepts, relational data structures, source-to-target mappings, transformation logic, and data quality checks. This role contributes to agile sprint execution, technical documentation, and production support activities, and helps ensure technical work products align with customer requirements, established development standards, and enterprise data practices. Responsibilities * Be available on Government site in Washington, DC during normal hours of operation. * Develop, test, enhance, and maintain ETL pipelines, data integration workflows, and transformation logic supporting reporting, analytics, and operational processes. * Implement source-to-target mappings and data transformation rules based on business requirements and technical guidance. * Support automation of recurring data processing activities to improve consistency, timeliness, and efficiency. * Assist in troubleshooting data integration issues, transformation defects, and performance problems in development and production environments. * Support backlog refinement, sprint planning, sprint demonstrations, and incremental delivery of technical capabilities in an agile environment. * Work with senior developers, analysts, and stakeholders to clarify requirements and implement technical solutions. * Perform data validation, reconciliation, and quality checks to help identify anomalies and ensure reliable outputs. * Prepare and maintain technical documentation including ETL logic, mapping details, data flow documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures. * Follow established engineering standards, change management practices, and delivery processes. * Support multiple business lines and enterprise priorities as required. * Other responsibilities as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Web-based Information Visualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/84-web-based-information-visualization) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany)