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Agile Defense

Data Engineer - CDAO

Washington, D.C.$145k–$165kregularmidAdded today

About this role

Agile Defense seeks a Data Engineer to support the Chief Data and AI Office (CDAO), focusing on building adaptive data solutions for critical national missions. The role emphasizes innovation, technological integration, and rapid delivery in a dynamic defense environment.

What you'll do

  • Design and build scalable data pipelines and infrastructure
  • Integrate advanced data technologies to support mission-critical operations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data solutions rapidly
  • Ensure data quality, security, and compliance standards
  • Optimize data systems for performance and reliability
  • Support CDAO initiatives and strategic data objectives

What they're looking for

  • Data pipeline design and implementation
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • SQL and database management
  • Python or Java programming
  • ETL/ELT tools and technologies
  • Data architecture and modeling
  • Security and compliance awareness
  • Agile development methodologies
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Agile Defense

Agile Defense builds innovative technology solutions and infrastructure systems supporting critical national defense missions. The company is hiring DevOps engineers, data engineers, web developers, and systems engineers who work with advanced technologies and agile methodologies to deliver secure, scalable defense applications.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience designing data pipelines for large-scale or mission-critical systems.
  • How have you optimized data infrastructure for both performance and cost efficiency?