Senior Data Engineer

This is an ONSITE position located in Norfolk, VA. Active Secret clearance REQUIRED.

NCC is seeking a skilled Senior Data Engineer to support enterprise-level data initiatives within a fast-paced and mission-driven environment. This individual will be responsible for designing, developing, optimizing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines, data models, and reporting solutions that support operational and strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in data architecture, ETL/ELT development, analytics platforms, and cross-functional collaboration, along with the ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior team members. This role requires a proactive professional who can translate complex business requirements into efficient, scalable data solutions while ensuring data integrity, governance, and performance.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and automated ETL/ELT processes.
• Integrate and transform data from multiple structured and unstructured data sources.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain PostgreSQL databases, SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects.
• Create and maintain data models and schemas to support enterprise reporting, analytics, and operational decision-making.
• Support and enhance Power BI, Tableau, or similar dashboard and reporting environments.
• Monitor data quality, validate data integrity, and troubleshoot inconsistencies across systems.
• Optimize PostgreSQL database performance, queries, and workflows to improve scalability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver data solutions.
• Translate business needs into technical specifications and actionable reporting capabilities.
• Implement data governance standards, security controls, and best practices for enterprise data management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data pipelines, database performance, and reporting failures.
• Support production deployments, system enhancements, and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Lead technical initiatives and provide mentorship to junior engineers and analysts.
• Participate in project planning, prioritization, and continuous process improvement efforts.
• Document data flows, system configurations, technical processes, and reporting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with organizational, contractual, and security requirements related to enterprise data environments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Do you have experience in Team management?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Active Secret clearance or higher at the time of application.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in data engineering, database development, business intelligence, or enterprise analytics environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, including database management, query optimization, and performance tuning.
• Advanced SQL development experience, including complex queries, stored procedures, views, and data transformation logic.
• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines and automated data workflows.
• Experience integrating data from multiple enterprise systems and data sources.
• Hands-on experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting and data visualization platforms.
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages used for automation and data processing.
• Experience with data modeling, relational databases, and enterprise reporting architectures.
• Strong understanding of data governance, data validation, security, and quality assurance best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve data pipeline, database, and reporting issues in production environments.
• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into scalable technical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts, manage priorities, and mentor junior team members.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms and modern analytics architectures.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps/data operations practices.
• Knowledge of enterprise data security and access management processes.

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance, * 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance