> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2736620-senior-data-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2736620-senior-data-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Engineer - **Company:** Insight Global - **Location:** North Charleston, SC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Big Data, Information Systems, Databases, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Structures, Network Security, PostgreSQL, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Backend, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Data Pipelines - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/4EB4E46FCBA847478163F9A14BF3124B/job/ ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Physics, Network Security, Information Systems, Computer Science or Mathematics 5+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, and/or software development Secret Clearance eligibility Willingness to get Security + certification within 90 days of start date Experience in a hands-on app dev environment, engineering diverse data sets, ETL's, data pipelines, triggers, historical tables, etc. Secret Clearance Security + Certification Extensive experience with Postgres databases ## Description Insight Global is seeking a hybrid Senior Data Engineer to support a large federal client in North Charleston SC. This individual will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable data solutions including data pipelines, ETL's, triggers, historical data structures, data repository, and overall data architecture. Working alongside a separate data lead who gathers business requirements and interfaces with customers, this role will focus on translating those requirements into robust technical solutions and leading the technical team in those efforts The ideal candidate has deep hands-on experience in backend development and data engineering, with a proven track record of building and optimizing large-scale data platforms. This is not a DBA or administrative position. We are looking for a technical leader who can engineer data, mentor team members, and actively contribute to development efforts. About the application Agile framework 2 week sprints database is in Postgres backend is Java and SQL front end is Typescript and HTML ## Related Videos - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [NoLoJS - Avoiding JavaScript Cruft with HTML and CSS - Aaron T. Grogg](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1806-nolojs-avoiding-javascript-cruft-with-html-and-css-aaron-t-grogg) ## Related Articles - [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) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)