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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Federal Data Engineer - **Company:** Hitachi, Ltd. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $205,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Integration, Data Migration, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Elasticsearch, Data Intelligence, Java Web Services, JSON, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Object-Oriented Software Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Standard Sql, Service Development Studio, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Apache Solr, Systems Integration, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Enterprise Data Management, Multithreading, Enterprise Software Applications, Apache Spark, Centera, Git, Jax Ws, Kubernetes, Storage Technologies, Information Technology, Integration Frameworks, Apache Kafka, Api Design, Restful APIs, Terraform, Data Pipelines, Docker - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c0bbb0d4a26c3506 ## About the Role * Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience) * Minimum 8 years of enterprise software engineering, data engineering, or professional services consulting experience * Proven experience leading technical implementation projects within enterprise environments * Experience designing enterprise-scale data architectures and integrations * Strong customer-facing consulting and communication skills * Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions * Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills Required Technical Skills Candidates should demonstrate expertise in several of the following technologies: Programming * Java * Multi-threaded programming * REST APIs * JAX-WS * XML * JSON * SQL * Bash scripting Data Engineering * Enterprise object storage technologies (S3, Hitachi Content Platform, Centera) * Data migration methodologies * Enterprise data integration * Data orchestration * API-based integrations Enterprise Platforms * Linux * Git * Maven * Elasticsearch * PostgreSQL * Apache Spark * Solr Software Engineering * Software development lifecycle (SDLC) * Object-oriented design * Design patterns * CI/CD best practices * Configuration management Preferred Qualifications Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable: * Hitachi Content Platform (HCP) * Hitachi Content Intelligence (HCI) * AI and machine learning data pipelines * Docker * Kubernetes * Python * Apache Kafka * Apache Airflow * Cloud platforms (AWS or Azure) * Terraform * Microsoft Graph APIs * SharePoint integrations * Exchange integrations * Microsoft Work Folder Server APIs * Security+ Certification (or ability to obtain), * A trusted technical advisor who builds credibility with customers. * Comfortable leading enterprise implementations from architecture through deployment. * Passionate about mentoring others and developing technical talent. * Able to communicate equally well with executives, project managers, and engineers. * Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn emerging technologies. * Driven to deliver exceptional customer experiences., If you're passionate about solving complex technical challenges and helping customers unlock the value of their data, we'd love to hear from you., * Technical expertise and specialized qualifications * Education, certifications, and professional credentials * Scope and complexity of prior experience * Internal equity * Market data and geographic considerations (where applicable) * Business needs and budget considerations This position may also be eligible to participate in Hitachi Federal's annual incentive (bonus) program, where applicable, in accordance with company policies and plan provisions. ## Description The Federal Data Engineer serves as the technical lead responsible for designing, implementing, integrating, and optimizing enterprise data engineering solutions for Hitachi Federal customers. This highly customer-facing role partners with Project Managers, Solution Architects, Sales Engineers, and customer technical teams to deliver complex professional services engagements leveraging Hitachi's Data Intelligence portfolio. The successful candidate combines strong software engineering and enterprise data engineering expertise with consulting skills to architect scalable solutions, mentor junior engineers, develop new service offerings, and deliver exceptional customer outcomes., Technical Leadership * Lead the technical delivery of complex professional services engagements from design through implementation. * Design enterprise-scale data engineering solutions that meet customer business and technical requirements. * Lead customer architecture workshops, technical planning sessions, and solution reviews. * Translate customer business objectives into scalable technical solutions. * Serve as the primary technical escalation point throughout project delivery. * Drive customer success through high-quality solution implementation and technical leadership. Professional Services Delivery * Deliver enterprise data engineering, data integration, and object storage solutions. * Partner closely with Project Managers to ensure projects remain on schedule, within scope, and aligned to customer expectations. * Review Statements of Work (SOWs), technical design documents, delivery checklists, and implementation plans. * Develop customer-facing architecture documentation, implementation guides, and technical deliverables. * Communicate project status and technical risks to customers and internal stakeholders. * Consistently exceed customer expectations for quality, professionalism, and technical excellence. Solution Design & Development * Design and develop Java-based applications, APIs, integrations, and automation solutions. * Develop reusable software components, plugins, and integration frameworks. * Design scalable enterprise data pipelines and data orchestration workflows. * Implement RESTful API integrations between enterprise systems. * Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability. * Troubleshoot complex enterprise software and infrastructure issues. Innovation & Service Development * Learn and deliver new Hitachi Federal service offerings. * Participate in proof-of-concept initiatives and technology evaluations. * Develop repeatable implementation methodologies and best practices. * Contribute to internal lab development and service innovation. * Recommend improvements that increase delivery quality and operational efficiency. Collaboration & Leadership * Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across the Professional Services organization. * Collaborate with Sales Engineers during customer pursuits and technical presentations. * Partner with Product, Support, and Engineering teams to resolve complex customer issues. * Support knowledge sharing through documentation, training sessions, and peer mentoring. * Foster strong customer relationships built on trust and technical credibility., We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We're also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We're always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you'll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.