The Role
As a Senior Data Engineer, lead the design and development of scalable ETL pipelines and data lakes, ensuring data integrity and compliance reporting. Collaborate with teams and mentor junior engineers.
Summary Generated by Built In
SteerBridge Strategies is a CVE-Verified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering a broad spectrum of professional services to the U.S. Government and private sector. Backed by decades of hands-on experience in federal acquisition and procurement, we provide agile, best-in-class commercial solutions that drive mission success.
Our strength lies in our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, discipline, and dedication shape everything we do. At SteerBridge, we don’t just hire talent—we empower it, creating meaningful career paths for those who have served and those who share our commitment to excellence.
SteerBridge Strategies is seeking Senior Data Engineers to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Modern Disability Claims. This initiative focuses on modernizing claims processing systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of services delivered to veterans.
As a Senior Data Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable ETL pipelines, data lakes, and real-time/batch ingestion systems. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity, build automated workflows, and support compliance reporting and analytics capabilities.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Federal Holidays
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, with a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant work experience.
- An active security clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.
- Build, optimize, and maintain batch and real-time data ingestion pipelines
- Lead design and implementation of scalable ETL processes across complex, distributed systems
- Develop and manage data lake architecture for structured and unstructured data
- Utilize Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration and scheduling
- Integrate streaming data via Apache Kafka
- Use AWS Glue, Python, and SQL to transform and prepare data for downstream consumption
- Ensure data quality, lineage, governance, and compliance across all systems
- Work closely with VA stakeholders and data scientists to support reporting and model development
- Mentor mid-level and junior engineers, providing technical guidance and peer reviews
- Document data pipelines, standards, and data product specifications
- Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
- Hands-on experience with Apache Airflow, Apache Kafka, and AWS Glue
- Deep understanding of ETL frameworks, data lake design, and cloud-based architecture
- Familiarity with real-time and batch data processing tools and methodologies
- Experience with data governance, security compliance, and maintaining data quality standards
RESPONSIBILITIES
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS
SteerBridge Strategies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance during the application process, we encourage you to reach out so we can support your needs.
Top Skills
Apache Airflow
Apache Kafka
Aws Glue
Python
SQL
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The Company
What We Do
SteerBridge is a technology company that provides professional services and solutions to the U.S. Government and Corporate counterparts through a wide array of capabilities and myopic focus on innovative solutions. We leverage decades of federal acquisition and private sector experience to deliver best in class commercial solutions while maximizing Veteran talent to enhance efficiency and surpass expectations.
Current & Past Services include: Veteran Relations | Strategic Communications | General Technology Services | Software Engineering | Program Management | Business Process Management | Cybersecurity Professional Services | AI/ML capabilities | Data Management & Analytics.
