Data Engineer

Defenseunicorns

Remote, USA
Base: $124,250 - $166,750 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
Remote
5+ years production data pipeline experience
Kafka or redpanda streaming on kubernetes
Aws cloud and on-prem environment expertise
This role requires designing data workflows and streaming technologies on Kubernetes while ensuring strict compliance with DoD regulations

Job Summary

  • This role requires designing data workflows and streaming technologies on Kubernetes while ensuring strict compliance with DoD regulations.
  • The position involves working with cybersecurity SMEs to defend the data layer against threats using tools like Terraform and AWS.
  • Candidates must be U.S. citizens eligible for a Secret-level DoD security clearance and willing to travel 6-10 times per year.

Matching Summary

This role requires designing data workflows and streaming technologies on Kubernetes while ensuring strict compliance with DoD regulations.

Salary

Base: $124,250 - $166,750 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company Stock Options included; Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision (100% paid), 401k, Flexible Time Off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years production data pipeline experience
  • Kafka or Redpanda streaming on Kubernetes
  • AWS cloud and on-prem environment expertise
  • Terraform infrastructure provisioning
  • DoD security clearance eligibility

Nice-to-have

  • Machine learning and generative AI models
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Experience with GitOps and containerization
  • Familiarity with API and container security
  • Ability to adapt to evolving organizational needs

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in data engineering
  • Must possess U.S. citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Secret-level DoD clearance
  • Proven experience with Kafka/Redpanda on Kubernetes
  • Background in systems engineering principles

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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