INflow Federal
defense
DataEngineer
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“Data Engineer at INflow Federal. Skills: Data Engineering, Data Pipelines, ETL Processes, Cloud Data Services (AWS GovCloud), Database Management, API Integration, DoD Data Security and Compliance. Design, implement, and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes. Develop and optimize data models and schemas”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure accurate, reliable, and performant data flow across applications; enabling interoperability, analytics, and automation; ensure repeatability and efficiency; ensuring adherence to SLAs and operational reliability; enabling data-driven insights for mission stakeholders; mission impact through data-driven decision-making
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills for data integration and performance tuning
Active DoD Top Secret clearance, Some travel may be required, Must have valid driver’s license and transportation, Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, Willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description, US Citizens
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proficiency with Python, Proficiency with SQL, Proficiency with ETL frameworks (e. g. , Apache NiFi, Talend, or AWS Glue), Experience with cloud data services, preferably AWS GovCloud (RDS, S3, Lambda, Glue, Redshift), Knowledge of database management systems (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, DynamoDB, MongoDB), Familiarity with RESTful API integration, Familiarity with data exchange standards (JSON, XML, CSV), Understanding of DoD data security and compliance standards, including encryption, RMF, and STIG adherence, Experience developing and maintaining data validation, profiling, and transformation scripts, Analytical and problem-solving skills for data integration and performance tuning, Excellent communication and collaboration across technical and functional teams, Attention to detail with focus on data accuracy and consistency, Ability to balance data governance, security, and performance objectives, Commitment to continuous improvement and mission impact through data-driven decision-making, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience, Minimum 5 years of experience in data engineering, integration, or analytics enablement, Experience building and optimizing data pipelines in enterprise or federal environments, Active DoD Top Secret clearance, US Citizens
Nice to Have
Exposure to data visualization and analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, QuickSight), Familiarity with Agile software development and DevSecOps delivery frameworks, AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate or AWS Certified Developer, CompTIA Security+ CE (DoD 8570), Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or equivalent
What You'll Do.
and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes
Develop and optimize data models and schemas
Implement data migration and synchronization
Utilize AWS services to build and sustain scalable and fault-tolerant data infrastructure
Support data validation and reconciliation
Integrate data from APIs
and file-based systems
Automate data workflows using infrastructure-as-code and CI/CD principles
Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline performance
Implement data encryption
Support development of dashboards and analytics products
Maintain documentation and metadata repositories
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with system architects, integration developers, and data analysts; Participate in Agile sprints, contributing to backlog refinement, testing, and cross-functional collaboration; Excellent communication and collaboration across technical and functional teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communication and collaboration across technical and functional teams
Process & Methodology
Agile sprints
Full Job Description
## Description About INflow Federal - founded in 2013, INflow Federal is a mission-driven small business delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of War (DoW) and Joint Force operations across 20+ states. Our strength comes from our people - especially the Veterans who make up over 50% of our workforce. Through our Veteran Outreach Program and employee-first culture, we invest deeply in professional growth, well-being, and innovation. Known for our agility, transparency, and integrity, INflow combines real-world experience with emerging technologies like AI/ML to help our customers lead in a rapidly evolving defense landscape. We empower both our employees and mission partners to stay ahead - driving smarter, faster, and more secure outcomes. INflow Federal is seeking a Data Engineer to design, develop, and maintain secure data pipelines, transformations, and analytics infrastructure supporting enterprise systems within a Department of Defense (DoD) modernization initiative. The Data Engineer will ensure accurate, reliable, and performant data flow across applications, integrating structured and unstructured data from multiple mission sources into cloud-based storage and analytics environments. This position plays a critical role in enabling interoperability, analytics, and automation across AWS GovCloud IL2–IL5 environments through the use of scalable data engineering practices and secure DevSecOps integration. This is a fully remote position. Here, your work is more than a job - it’s a journey in innovation. With opportunities to work on high-impact projects, access to the latest technologies, and a culture that thrives on creativity and collaboration, INflow Federal is where your expertise can truly make a difference. ## Specific Duties and Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes supporting ingestion, transformation, and validation of mission data Develop and optimize data models and schemas across relational
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