Data Engineer

Reinventing Geospatial (RGi) is a leading geospatial expert working with Defense, Intelligence, and Federal clients to achieve mission success and solutions for varied mission-critical programs. Projects at RGi span a wide range of software and analytical methodologies and lie at the intersection of software development and geospatial intelligence. We work with soldiers and geospatial analysts to produce solutions that allow them to develop better situational understanding of complex operational pictures. We do everything from data collection to UI/UX development and advanced deep learning, using a broad toolset including Python, C#, and ArcGIS. Our projects include cutting-edge R&D efforts, as well as large mission programs incorporating data processing/optimization, data dissemination techniques, visualization, and collaboration across the commercial and government sectors. 

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be joining the team that is deploying and delivering a cloud-based, multi-domain Common Data Fabric (CDF), which provides data sharing services to the entire DoD Intelligence Community (IC). The CDF connects all IC data providers and consumers. It uses fully automated policy-based access controls to create a machine-to-machine data brokerage service, which is enabling the transition away from legacy point-to-point solutions across the IC enterprise. 

Clearance:

Active Top Secret clearance with an ability to obtain SCI access and willingness to obtain CI Polygraph

US Citizenship Required 

As a Senior Data Engineer you will...

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex, scalable data pipelines.
• Optimize and troubleshoot data pipelines for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Collaborate with engineers and analysts to understand data requirements and deliver high-quality data solutions.
• Implement and manage ETL processes using advanced tools like Apache Airflow, Spark, or similar.
• Ensure data quality and consistency through rigorous testing, validation, and governance practices.
• Deploy, monitor, and maintain data infrastructure in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Implement DevOps practices to streamline data workflows, including CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior data engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the data engineering team.

Senior Data Engineer Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in data engineering or related roles.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Extensive experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and their data services.
• 2+ Experience in Python Development
• Strong understanding and practical experience with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proven ability to optimize and troubleshoot complex data systems and pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities, with experience mentoring junior engineers. 

Additional Skills We’d Like to See:

• Advanced organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+)
• Experience or expertise using, managing, and/or testing API Gateway tools and Rest APIs
• Experience or expertise configuring an LDAP client to connect to IPA
• Experience with Apache Hadoop and ETL

Who we are:

Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. (RGi) is a fast-paced small business that has the environment and culture of a start-up, with the stability and benefits of a well-established firm. We solve complex problems within geospatial software development and national defense to make an Immediate Impact for our nation’s soldiers and analysts.

We pride ourselves on giving employees an exceptional life experience, where creativity thrives, and challenges are simply part of the fun. We provide truly excellent benefits, including:

· 100% paid employee healthcare & dental insurance

· Paid parental leave

· 401k with matching

· Escalating vacation time

· Referral bonuses

· Tuition reimbursement

· Professional development training

· Free beverages and snacks

· Weekly catered lunches and breakfast on Fridays

Grow to be our next leader:

At RGi, fostering a strong and organic corporate culture is paramount and serves as a compass on the decisions we make and how we operate the company. We believe our culture of camaraderie, innovation, and collaboration reflects the caliber of our employees and their dedication to the mission of providing quality software to our customers. As such, we want our employees to feel empowered to seek growth and leadership opportunities within the company and position us to maintain our culture as we grow. RGi provides opportunities, resources, training, and mentorship to all our employees to let them take control of their careers and become a leader or a crucial member of our company. If this is what you are looking for in a company, then you are what we are looking for in an employee.

Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions.