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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - GEOINT Data Architecture & Operational Pipelines (NGA) - **Company:** Fathom Management LLC - **Location:** Springfield, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $210,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Databases, Data Architecture, Data Transmissions, Data Conversion, Information Engineering, Data Infrastructure, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Transformation, Data Security, Geospatial Intelligence, Data Intelligence, Python (Programming Language), NoSQL, Operational Data Store, DataOps, Scaled Agile Framework, SQL Databases, Trusted Systems, Cloud Platform System, Data Ingestion, Backend, Enterprise Integration, Machine Learning Operations, Api Design, Data Pipelines, Devsecops, Api Management - **Published:** May 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f905c0cb78c51d84 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Workflow management (operations management method)?, * Technically strong * Operationally minded ...with the ability to support mission-critical intelligence workflows in highly secure environments. Required Qualifications Experience * 4+ years experience working with: * + SQL or NoSQL databases + Cloud architectures + Operational data workflows, + APIs + ETL pipelines + Data integration workflows * Strong experience with: * + Python + JavaScript + Java Data EngineeringOperations * Experience developing and sustaining: * + Operational data pipelines + Multi-format data workflows + Backend processing systems Communication * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to explain complex technical concepts to: * + Engineers + Analysts + Government stakeholders Desired Qualifications * Experience with: * + NGA CORE + NGA MLOps + Government ATO processes + NPE certificates * Familiarity with: * + Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) + Enterprise DevSecOps environments * Experience creating: * + Dynamic visualizations + Pipeline monitoring dashboards + Operational metrics reporting Core Competencies * Data engineering and architecture mindset * Strong analytical problem solving * Secure systems thinking * Operational workflow optimization * Collaboration across technical disciplines, * Cloud and API integration knowledge * ETL and operational workflow experience * Strong technical communication skills ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to support advanced GEOINT and emerging sensor initiatives for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). This role is focused on: * Operational data architecture * ETL and API-driven workflows * Cross-domain data movement * Cloud-based data engineering * Geospatial and sensor data standardization You will help build and maintain the data infrastructure that enables secure, scalable, and mission-critical intelligence operations., The Data Scientist will support the maintenance and implementation of enterprise data architecture supporting: * Emerging sensors and platforms * Multi-source GEOINT data operations * Secure data movement across systems and security domains This role requires hands-on expertise with: * Databases and cloud architectures * API integrations * ETL/data pipelines * Operational workflow automation * Data transformation and standardization, + Sensor ingestion workflows + Cross-platform integrations * Support ETL workflows for emergent sensor data Data ArchitectureCloud Integration * Build and maintain: * + Database schemas + Cloud-based architectures + Data movement workflows * Support secure movement of data across: * + Systems + Security domains + APIs APIWorkflow Development * Develop API-based workflows for: * + Data ingestion + Data transfer + Operational integration * Integrate sensor data into existing enterprise data pipelines Data StandardizationTransformation * Assess metadata, schema, and format differences across datasets * Pre-process and standardize sensor data for: * + Labeling + Analytics + Model testing + Operational exploitation This may include: * Data transformation * File conversion * Orthorectification * Geospatial tiling/chipping Data MonitoringGovernance * Implement: * + Data health alerts + Pipeline monitoring + Governance controls * Ensure compliance with: * + Government data standards + Schema requirements + Security policies CollaborationTechnical Communication * Collaborate with: * + Engineers + Analysts + Government stakeholders * Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences What Will NOT Be a Fit * Pure academic data scientists without operational experience * BI/reporting-only candidates * Software engineers without data pipeline expertise * Candidates lacking cloud or ETL experience What Success Looks Like * Reliable and scalable operational data pipelines * Successful integration of emergent sensor data * Secure movement of data across domains * Standardized, high-quality datasets supporting analytics and exploitation * Strong collaboration across NGA technical teams, This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of: * GEOINT data engineering * Emerging sensor integration * Operational data architecture * Secure intelligence data workflows ## Related Videos - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers) - [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) ## Related Articles - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers)