Data Engineer (Python Application Development – NOT ETL-Focused)

Data Engineer (Python Application Development – NOT ETL-Focused) Full-Time Cybersecurity Services Leesburg, VA (Hybrid) / Amman, Jordan (Rotational Travel) U.S. Citizen – Active Clearance or Clearance Eligibility REQUIRED Position Overview This Data Engineer role is application-development focused and is not a traditional ETL or data warehouse position. We are specifically seeking a software developer who builds data-driven applications, interactive tools, and operational dashboards using Python, Streamlit, and Docker. If your background is primarily limited to ETL pipelines, data modeling, or warehouse maintenance and you do not have hands-on experience building user-facing applications, this role will not be a fit. This position supports U.S. Government and national security missions and requires engineers who can own applications end-to-end—from backend logic and data handling to frontend interfaces and containerized deployment. What You Will Be Building Python-based applications used directly by analysts and mission teams Interactive Streamlit apps for analysis and decision support Containerized applications deployed via Docker Data-backed tools for low-bandwidth or resource-constrained environments Primary Responsibilities Design and develop production-ready Python applications Build interactive web applications using Streamlit Containerize and deploy applications using Docker Integrate APIs, databases, and file-based data sources Develop supporting data workflows only as needed to power applications Collaborate with end users to prototype and refine tools Implement secure coding and data access controls Optimize applications for performance and reliability Debug, refactor, and enhance existing applications Maintain clear technical documentation Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable) U.S. Citizenship with active clearance or clearance eligibility Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Strong Python application development experience Hands-on Streamlit application development experience Hands-on Docker containerization experience Experience deploying and troubleshooting containerized applications Experience integrating data into applications (SQL, APIs, files) Ability to own applications end-to-end Explicitly NOT What This Role Is This role is not primarily focused on: ETL-only pipeline development Data warehousing or BI-only roles SQL-only analytics without application development Back-office data modeling roles Candidates primarily aligned with the above should not apply. Preferred Qualifications Experience deploying Streamlit apps in secure environments Familiarity with Kubernetes Experience with AWS, Azure, or Oracle Cloud CI/CD pipelines for Python applications DoD or U.S. Government program experience Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $150,000.00 per year Application Question(s): What is your desired salary requirement? Experience: Strong Python application development : 5 years (Required) Hands-on Streamlit application development : 5 years (Required) Hands-on Docker containerization : 5 years (Required) deploying and troubleshooting containerized applications: 5 years (Required) integrating data into applications (SQL, APIs, files): 5 years (Required) own applications end-to-end: 5 years (Required) Security clearance: Secret (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leesburg, VA