Data Engineer

Description: Anivas Tech is seeking a Data Engineer to support our government agency IT operations. We are looking for a skilled professional with 7+ years of relevant experience who brings strong technical expertise and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a mission-driven, high-visibility environment. Requirements: Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes to support government agency data operations Develop and optimize data models, schemas, and storage solutions using modern cloud and on-premise platforms Collaborate with stakeholders and solution architects to define data requirements and translate them into technical designs Ensure data quality, integrity, and availability by implementing validation, monitoring, and alerting frameworks Support integration of disparate data sources, APIs, and third-party systems into a unified data ecosystem Maintain data governance practices including cataloging, lineage tracking, and metadata management Troubleshoot data pipeline failures and performance issues in production environments Document technical designs, data flows, and operational runbooks in accordance with project standards Work within Agile/SAFe delivery teams, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives Apply security best practices to protect sensitive government data in compliance with applicable regulations US citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; 5 additional years of relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree 7+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering, including pipeline development and data architecture Proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting/programming language (Python, Scala, or Java) Experience with data integration tools and platforms (e.g., Apache Spark, Kafka, Airflow, or equivalent) Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native data services Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and database design Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and oral communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Experience working in a government or federal IT environment Familiarity with data governance frameworks and compliance requirements (FISMA, FedRAMP) Agile, SAFe, or hybrid delivery methodology experience Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for data solutions Knowledge of NoSQL databases and real-time streaming architectures "Anivas Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics as defined by law."