Data Engineer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology • Chantilly, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize scalable backend and data integration systems. This role requires deep expertise across the full software development lifecycle, from system architecture to deployment, with a focus on data-intensive applications, performance optimization, and cross-platform integration. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments and can deliver high-impact solutions that support mission-critical operations.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Java, Python, Angular, Scala, or Go.
• Strong expertise Kubernetes, and Airflow.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, plus cloud-native data services.
• Proven ability to work across the full software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, Docker.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• BS in Computer Science or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience
• 8+ years experience
• TS/SCI with Polygraph
• US Citizenship Required

Responsibilities

• Backend & System Development Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems in Java, Python, Angular, Java Script, Go, or equivalent.
• Architect and implement data integration solutions for structured and unstructured data.
• Develop REST APIs and services for real-time and batch processing.
• Maintain modular software libraries with clean interfaces and reusable code.
• Data Engineering & ETL Build and optimize ETL pipelines using frameworks such as Elastic Search, Kafka, and Airflow.
• Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability in data workflows.
• Integrate externally developed code into core software libraries.
• Cloud & DevOps Deploy and maintain solutions across cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Apply containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines for automation.
• Adhere to configuration management and infrastructure standards.
• Software Development Lifecycle Translate business requirements into technical specifications across data and application layers.
• Maintain code quality through testing, regression analysis, and reviews.
• Investigate and resolve production issues to improve stability and data integrity.
• Conduct full lifecycle testing following strict quality procedures.
• Application & User Support Provide bug fixes, enhancements, GUI improvements, and access control updates.
• Install, configure, and monitor applications to meet operational requirements.
• Deliver ad-hoc training and support to users.
• Collaboration & Quality Assurance Partner with configuration managers to integrate internal and external software solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend third-party vendors and partners.
• Support development of standards, methods, and procedures for product release readiness.

Benefits

• Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
• To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
• We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level