SMX

Data Engineer (5313)

SMX  •  $100k - $150k/yr  •  Arlington, VA (Onsite)  •  17 hours ago
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Job Description

cBEYONData + SMX is seeking a Data Engineer to support a federal customer’s data modernization initiatives. This role will focus on designing, developing, and delivering scalable data solutions that help transform business needs into effective technical capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building production data pipelines, data models, and analytics solutions using modern data platforms such as Palantir Foundry, Databricks, or similar tools. This position requires strong data engineering skills, the ability to collaborate with business and technical stakeholders, and experience supporting complex technology environments.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team supporting meaningful modernization work with room for professional growth.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Design and build new data solutions using enterprise data platforms.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize production data pipelines, data models, reports, and analytics solutions.
  • Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
  • Assess and design modifications to existing data models and platform solutions as needed.
  • Build data models and reporting solutions using datasets from ERPs, legacy systems, and other enterprise data sources.
  • Define test cases and validate test results to ensure solutions function as designed.
  • Participate in requirements elicitation, analysis, documentation, and business process improvement activities.
  • Work cross-functionally with technical teams, business stakeholders, and Federal customer representatives.
  • Support knowledge sharing through code reviews, documentation, and mentoring.

Required Skills/Experience

  • Security Clearance: U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance are required.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Experience: 4 years of related work experience.
  • Hands-on development experience with proficiency inPython and PySpark.
  • Hands-on experience building production data pipelines, data models, and analytics solutions using modern platforms
  • Prior experience leading junior developers to deliver software or data capabilities on 2 or more projects.
  • Knowledge of commercial cloud architecture, including AWS and/or Azure.
  • Competence with software engineering tools and processes, including estimation, issue tracking, version control, and debugging.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and participate in technical and business discussions.
  • Proven ability to work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Proven experience with knowledge sharing, including code reviews and clear documentation.
  • Driven, self-directed personality with a strong sense of mission and commitment to making a difference.

Desired Skills/Experience

  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to foster positive outcomes across diverse people, teams, and priorities.
  • Experience working with the DoD.
  • Experience using ERP platforms

Application Deadline: 7/31/26

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:
$100,000$150,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

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About SMX

SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, C2S Consulting Group, Creoal Consulting, Outside Analytics, or cBEYONData. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts.

Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face.

SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements.

Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Hollywood, MD
Year Founded
Unknown
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