Sr. Data Engineering Specialist

Leidos

Scott AFB, Illinois, United States
Base: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00; bonus/equity: not...
Fully remote
8+ years software or data engineering experience
Python java sql javascript development skills
Kafka and elastic platform architecture expertise
Leidos is seeking a Senior Data Engineering Specialist to support the Global Management Systems (GMS) Team, focusing on the Defense Information System Network (DISN) within the DOD. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in data engineering, software development, and Agile methodologies, with a specific emphasis on technologies such as Kafka and Elastic. This fully remote position requires a Secret clearance and Security+ certification upon hire

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing strategic technical leadership to support the Global Management Systems Team for the Defense Information System Network within the DODIN.
  • Candidates will design and implement robust data enrichment pipelines integrating diverse sources into Confluent and Elastic platforms for mission-critical operations.
  • The position requires active collaboration in Agile scrum teams to architect scalable solutions while ensuring strict adherence to DoD security standards and compliance.

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Leidos is seeking a Senior Data Engineering Specialist to support the Global Management Systems (GMS) Team, focusing on the Defense Information System Network (DISN) within the DOD. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in data engineering, software development, and Agile methodologies, with a specific emphasis on technologies such as Kafka and Elastic. This fully remote position requires a Secret clearance and Security+ certification upon hire.

Salary

Base: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years software or data engineering experience
  • Python Java SQL JavaScript development skills
  • Kafka and Elastic platform architecture expertise
  • Active Secret security clearance required
  • DoD Security+ certification mandatory
  • Agile Scrum team leadership experience
  • DISN network topology data knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • AI and machine learning integration experience
  • AWS GovCloud deployment familiarity
  • Kubernetes and Docker containerization skills
  • DISA mission support background preferred
  • Mentoring junior engineers capability
  • Continuous improvement culture fosterer
  • Real-time data processing with ksqlDB

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with 8-12 years experience or Master's with 6-10 years
  • Active Secret DoD Security clearance prior to start date
  • Active Security+ Certification (DoD 8570 IAT II) required
  • Must be within driving distance of Scott AFB

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or eligible work authorization with Secret clearance

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