Data Engineer

Tangram Flex • Dayton, OH

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Data Engineer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the design, development, implementation and sustainment of complex systems. Working with teams onsite at WPAFB, office and remotely in the Dayton area.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Possess a current/or recent (within the last 12 months) U.S. Government Security Clearance/Department of Defense Clearance.
• 5+ years of professional experience in data engineering, analytics, or software development.
• Strong proficiency in Python, including libraries such as SQLAlchemy and Pandas.
• Experience working with ETL processes, PostgreSQL, and relational database design.
• Familiarity with GitLab for version control, CI/CD, and pipeline automation.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams in a mission-driven environment.
• Ability to interface with customers from both a technical and programmatic context.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Hybrid/On-site - Minimum 2 Days in person at WPAFB -Every Monday

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting DoD or federal government data initiatives.
• Knowledge of data warehousing and data modeling techniques.
• Familiarity with cloud-based environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL pipelines to extract, transform, and load data from diverse sources.
• Build and optimize PostgreSQL relational database structures and ensure data integrity across systems.
• Develop and maintain data integration scripts and automation workflows using Python and SQLAlchemy.
• Implement pipeline automation and version control workflows using GitLab CI/CD.
• Collaborate with analysts, data scientists, and stakeholders to define data requirements and ensure timely, accurate delivery.
• Conduct performance tuning, data modeling, and query optimization to support analytics and visualization needs.
• Maintain compliance with DoD data security policies and handle classified data in accordance with clearance requirements.

Benefits

• Hybrid work options
• Flexible Working Hours, 10 paid holidays, and generous Paid Time Off
• Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Access to group rating plans for Life Insurance
• Employer contribution to Health Savings Account
• Competitive 401K employer match
• A work environment and culture that fosters transparency, collaboration and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees