W2 - Data Engineer with Java - Reston, VA

Data Engineer with Java

Client Location: Reston, VA

Work Mode: 100% Onsite (5 Days a Week)

Employment Type: W2 only

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer with strong Java Full Stack Development experience to design, build, and support enterprise data solutions, cloud-native services, and modern data platforms. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Java enterprise development, AWS microservices, database engineering, CI/CD automation, and cloud infrastructure management.

Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) platforms and applications is highly preferred.

Required Skills

• Java Full Stack Development
• Data Engineering
• AWS Cloud Services
• Amazon ECS
• AWS Lambda
• Amazon EC2
• Amazon Redshift
• Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL
• SQL / PLSQL
• GitLab CI/CD
• Terraform
• REST APIs
• Microservices Architecture
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Preferred Skills

• Master Data Management (MDM)
• Enterprise Data Integration
• Data Governance
• Cloud-Native Application Development
• Production Support & Application Maintenance

Key Responsibilities Application Development

• Design, develop, enhance, and support enterprise-grade applications using Java and related frameworks.
• Build scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud-native applications.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.

Data Engineering

• Design and implement enterprise data solutions supporting analytics, reporting, and operational business functions.
• Build and maintain data pipelines and integration services.
• Support Master Data Management (MDM) applications and related data services.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Develop and support AWS-based microservices using:

• Amazon ECS
• AWS Lambda
• Amazon EC2
• Implement infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform.
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure for scalability and reliability.
• Database Engineering

• Design and optimize solutions using Amazon Redshift and Aurora PostgreSQL.
• Develop, tune, and troubleshoot complex SQL and PLSQL programs.
• Ensure database performance, availability, and data integrity.

DevOps & Automation

• Build and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Automate deployments and operational processes.
• Support production releases and environment management.

Support & Collaboration

• Monitor and troubleshoot production issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, developers, business analysts, and operations teams.
• Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and best practice initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in Java Full Stack Development.
• Experience building enterprise data platforms and data engineering solutions.
• Expertise in AWS cloud services and microservices architecture.
• Strong experience with Redshift, Aurora PostgreSQL, SQL, and PLSQL.
• Hands-on experience with GitLab and Terraform.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.

Location Requirement

• Must be willing to work onsite 5 days per week in Reston, VA.
• No remote or hybrid options available.

Experience

• 8+ years of overall IT experience preferred.
• Strong background in Java development, Data Engineering, AWS, and cloud-native technologies.