Data Engineer/Analyst

Illumination Works LLC• Hill Air Force Base, UT, US, UT

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Illumination Works is looking for a Data Analyst/Engineer to join our dynamic team at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, where we specialize in innovative data solutions and analytics. We are committed to leveraging technology to enhance data processing and insights, contributing to our strategic goals and mission effectiveness. This role involves a blend of technical expertise and collaborative skills, working in a hybrid environment to optimize data processes and contribute to our data-driven objectives.

Requirements

Must have existing Secret Clearance
3+ years of experience as a Data Analyst/Engineer, with a focus on Python scripting, SQL and ETL processes
Familiarity with Azure Functions and Azure Log Analytics, or similar technologies
Strong analytical skills and a keen interest in understanding data in a business context
Excellent interpersonal skills
Existing CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to acquire
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science or Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or comparable academic discipline
Acceptable candidates must successfully pass a drug test and background screen

Nice To Haves

We value passion, curiosity, and perseverance with an ability to communicate ideas and results to diverse audiences.
We look for people who thrive in collaborative and independent assignments, have the aptitude to learn new data quickly, and who are willing to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the data team to automate the Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) process using Azure Functions and Python
Utilize Python scripting and core data libraries (e.g. Pandas, SQLAlchemy, pyodbc) to optimize data processing and analysis
Act as data steward by governing and accounting for inbound and outbound datafeeds, coordinating with interorganizational stakeholders
Leverage PySpark and Spark SQL in Databricks to architect and maintain big data ETL processes
Implement data lineage, logging, and auditability preferably with exposure to Azure Log Analytics and Application Insights
Operate within the government version of Azure, adapting to its specific features and requirements
Maintain and develop BI dashboards with tools like Qlik and Plotly
Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong collaborative skills
Proactively seek to understand the underlying data and the business logic it supports, contributing to informed data analysis and decision-making
Navigate cross-functional collaboration, bridging infrastructure, developer, and end-user needs to translate requirements into technical solutions