Data Engineer

Penn State Applied Research Laboratory

State College, PA, USA
Base: $86,300.00 - $164,000.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Hybrid
Assemble large complex data sets
Build etl infrastructure using cloud and sql
Integrate analytical tools into data pipelines
The Penn State Applied Research Laboratory is seeking a Data Engineer to support their Computational Intelligence and Visualization Applications Department. The role involves building data infrastructure and integrating analytical tools to solve research problems for the Department of Defense and related agencies

Job Summary

  • The role involves assembling large, complex data sets to support state-of-the-art visualization and decision support solutions for the Navy and Department of Defense.
  • Candidates will build essential infrastructure for optimal data extraction, transformation, and loading using cloud and SQL technologies while working in an Agile environment.
  • This position offers the opportunity to mentor employees, coordinate R&D activities across disciplines, and collaborate with a team of engineers, faculty, and students at Penn State.

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The Penn State Applied Research Laboratory is seeking a Data Engineer to support their Computational Intelligence and Visualization Applications Department. The role involves building data infrastructure and integrating analytical tools to solve research problems for the Department of Defense and related agencies.

Salary

Base: $86,300.00 - $164,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assemble large complex data sets
  • Build ETL infrastructure using cloud and SQL
  • Integrate analytical tools into data pipelines
  • Execute tasks within Agile development process
  • Use NiFi or similar applications for automation
  • Work with PostgreSQL database systems

Nice-to-have

  • PostGIS spatial data experience
  • Python programming skills
  • FastAPI framework knowledge
  • Security+ certification
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Mentoring junior engineers
  • Master's degree in Engineering or Science

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science
  • 2 years of related experience required
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Pass pre-employment drug screen
  • Successful background check completion

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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