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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Health IT Data Engineer - **Company:** JOSEPH & ASSOCIATES LLC - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Data Dictionary, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Development, Dimensional Modeling, Document-Oriented Databases, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Meta-Data Management, Metadata Repositories, Scrum Methodology, Query Optimization, Power BI, Scala (Programming Language), SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Unstructured Data, Workflow Management Systems, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Apache Spark, Database Performance, Containerization, Information Technology, Data Lineage, Terraform, Data Pipelines, Devsecops - **Published:** June 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=018148be0de43797 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technical troubleshooting support?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical discipline. * 5+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise data solutions. * Strong expertise in SQL development, query optimization, and relational database design. * Experience building and supporting ETL/ELT pipelines using modern data integration tools and frameworks. * Experience working with cloud-based platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. * Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and data architecture best practices. * Experience implementing data quality, validation, and governance processes. * Experience with Python, Spark, Scala, or other data engineering technologies. * Experience working with large-scale structured and unstructured datasets. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills. * Active DHS Suitability or ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust., * Experience supporting DHS, ICE, CBP, USCIS, DOJ, DoD, or other federal government programs. * Experience with AWS services such as S3, Glue, Lambda, Athena, Redshift, EMR, RDS, or similar cloud-native technologies. * Experience supporting machine learning, AI, or advanced analytics environments. * Experience with modern data orchestration and workflow tools. * Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, QuickSight, or other enterprise reporting platforms. * Experience working in secure, compliance-driven environments. * Knowledge of CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), and DevSecOps practices. Clearance Requirement * Active DHS Public Trust. ## Description Joseph & Associates is seeking a Data Engineer to support a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) program. The successful candidate will design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and enterprise data solutions that enable analytics, reporting, forecasting, and mission-critical decision-making across complex operational environments. This role requires expertise in data integration, ETL/ELT development, cloud-based data platforms, and data governance practices. The Data Engineer will work closely with Data Scientists, Analysts, Architects, and stakeholders to ensure reliable access to high-quality data that supports operational, programmatic, and strategic objectives., * Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform, and integrate data from multiple structured and unstructured sources. * Build and optimize enterprise data workflows supporting reporting, business intelligence, advanced analytics, and machine learning initiatives. * Integrate data across operational, administrative, and enterprise systems while ensuring data consistency, integrity, and accessibility. * Develop and maintain logical and physical data models, schemas, metadata repositories, and data dictionaries. * Implement data quality frameworks, validation processes, automated testing, and monitoring solutions to ensure data accuracy and reliability. * Support data governance initiatives, including data lineage, metadata management, access controls, and compliance requirements. * Optimize SQL queries, database performance, and large-scale data processing workflows. * Collaborate with Data Scientists and Analytics teams to operationalize predictive models and analytical solutions. * Support enterprise reporting platforms and dashboards by delivering trusted and timely data products. * Troubleshoot and resolve data integration, transformation, and performance issues across complex data environments. * Document data architectures, pipeline designs, transformation logic, and operational procedures. * Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and peer reviews. ## Related Videos - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [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) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story)