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Software / Data Engineer

Full Time · In Office · USA

Posted Oct 3, 2026

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About Our Client:

The organization operates within the governmental sector focused on addressing sexual assault prevention and response across the military. It plays a critical role in improving support for survivors by leveraging accurate data on service members' experiences. The program depends on robust data infrastructure to drive its mission and impact.

About the Opportunity:

The SOFTWARE / DATA ENGINEER is responsible for developing and maintaining software and data pipelines that enable effective data management and analysis to support the organization's mission. This role is vital for ensuring data accuracy and accessibility, which underpin the program's efforts in preventing sexual assault and aiding survivors. It contributes by designing, enhancing, and optimizing data extraction, transformation, and automation workflows.

Responsibilities:

  • Research, design, and develop computer and network software or utility programs
  • Analyze user needs to develop appropriate software solutions
  • Update and enhance software capabilities to meet changing requirements
  • Develop and implement data pipelines using ETL tools such as Databricks, Python, and R
  • Perform data manipulation, extraction, and transformation using R and/or SQL
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize data pipelines and automation processes
  • Support specification and performance requirement development with technical teams
  • Manage databases independently or within a team context
  • Collaborate across teams and communicate technical information to diverse audiences

Requirements:

  • Three to ten years of directly related experience
  • At least three years as a Data Engineer
  • Proficiency in using R and/or SQL for data manipulation and transformation
  • Experience developing data pipelines with ETL platforms like Databricks, Python, and/or R
  • Hands-on experience in maintaining and optimizing data pipelines and automation
  • Active Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship
  • B.A./B.S. or M.A./M.S. in a related field

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

  • Salary range: $150,000 - $160,000
  • Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) contribution options

Benefits & Perks:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note:

TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.

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