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Data Engineer

Full Time · In Office · San Diego, California (USA)

Posted Jul 12, 2026

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We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!

  • The Role
  • • Design, develop, and deploy data pipelines and platforms to organize and integrate disparate data sources.
  • • Implement data engineering activities on mission-critical projects across various domains, including national intelligence and scientific research.
  • • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including analysts, developers, and data consumers, in a fast-paced, agile setting.
  • • Support the assessment, design, development, and maintenance of scalable data platforms for clients.
  • • Engage in analytical exploration and data examination to derive pivotal insights.
  • What You'll Need
  • • Bachelor's degree.
  • • 3+ years of experience with ETL operations, including on-premises or Cloud infrastructure.
  • • Proficiency in software development using programming languages like Python.
  • • Experience with source control and collaboration tools such as Git or Atlassian tools.
  • • Knowledge of relational and non-relational database technologies (e.g., SQL, GraphQL).
  • • Familiarity with automation and scripting on Linux or Windows operating systems.
  • What's On Offer
  • • Competitive annual salary ($99,000 - $225,000) plus bonus potential.
  • • Opportunity to work on impactful, mission-driven projects.
  • • A collaborative and supportive team environment with diverse expertise.
  • • Access to professional development and tuition assistance programs.

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