Govini
Tech / AI / Software
LeadDataPlatformEngineer
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“Lead Data Platform Engineer at Govini. Skills: Data Platform Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Pipeline Architecture, Scalability, Reliability. Design and implement platform architecture enhancements to support scalability and reliability. Design, build, maintain, and support data platform solutions to enable efficient data consumption across functional teams, including AI/ML, Data Science, and Software”
What You'll Achieve.
enable efficient data consumption across functional teams; deliver data platform solutions that support AI, machine learning, data science, and web applications; building sustainable, scalable systems
Industry & Context.
curious and eager problem solver; hunger for delivering high-quality data solutions; passion for solving complex problems; produce simple solutions to complex problems; engage in a constructive dialogue to find the best path forward
U. S. Citizenship is required, may require up to 10% travel, ability to obtain a U. S. security clearance with our sponsorship
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
U. S. Citizenship is required, Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or a related technical field, 5+ years of experience in building and maintaining scalable data platforms or services, proficiency in Python and SQL, Proven experience in architecting and implementing data pipeline frameworks, including orchestration, Solid understanding of data security and governance best practices, Hands-on with big data frameworks, such as Apache Spark, Knowledge of cloud-native data lake/lakehouse architectures, Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders to deliver data platform solutions that support AI, machine learning, data science, and web applications, analytical skills and attention to detail, Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, A passion for solving complex problems and building sustainable, scalable systems
Nice to Have
Current possession of a U. S. security clearance, or the ability to obtain one with our sponsorship, Experience using Amazon Web Services, Experience in or exposure to the nuances of a startup or other entrepreneurial environment, Working knowledge of large (multiple terabytes) amounts of data
What You'll Do.
Design and implement platform architecture enhancements to support scalability and reliability
and support data platform solutions to enable efficient data consumption across functional teams
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to improve the data platform
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work cross-functionally across internal teams; directly with end users and Govini platform SMEs; Collaborate with teams across the organization to understand business needs and translate them into data solutions
Full Job Description
Company Description Govini transforms Defense Acquisition from an outdated manual process to a software-driven strategic advantage for the United States. Our flagship product, Ark, supports Supply Chain, Science and Technology, Production, Sustainment, Logistics, and Modernization teams with AI-enabled Applications and best-in-class data to more rapidly imagine, develop, and field the capabilities we need. Today, the national security community and every branch of the military rely on Govini to enable faster and more informed Acquisition decisions. Job Description We are seeking an exceptional and experienced data platform engineer who shares our passion and obsession with quality. You'll be a core member of our product and engineering team dedicated to helping our clients replace time-consuming, manual processes to reach informed, real-time decisions about government markets, competitors, and agency relationships. We need a skilled and dedicated engineer to join our team to lead us in uncovering truth and meaning in data. You must be hands-on with a strong understanding of both data platforms and cloud infrastructure. You must also have strong interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally across internal teams as well as directly with end users and Govini platform SMEs. In order to do this job well, you must be a curious and eager problem solver with a hunger for delivering high-quality data solutions. You have a passion for great work and nothing less than your best will do. You share our intolerance of mediocrity and produce simple solutions to complex problems. Knowing there are always multiple answers to a problem, you know how to engage in a constructive dialogue to find the best path forward. This role is a full-time position located out of our office in Pittsburgh, PA. This role may require up to 10% travel Scope of Responsibilities Design and implement platform architecture enhancements to support scalability and reliability Design, build, maintain, and s
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