Spark Data Engineer

Posted 5 Days Ago
Tyson's Corner, VA, USA
In-Office
150K-250K Annually
Entry level
Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
The Role
Build and manage data pipelines using Python, AWS, and Apache Spark. Process diverse file formats, query relational databases, write unit tests, and support Linux-based data environments. Preferred experience includes NiFi or Airflow, Java or Scala, EMR/Spark cluster administration, Spark performance tuning, cloud security solutions, and configuration management. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and is based in Tysons, Virginia.
Summary Generated by Built In

What You'll be Owning

GRVTY is seeking a Spark Data Engineer with a TS/SCI + Poly clearance (applicable to this customer) to join one of our top projects in Tysons, VA.

What You Must Have

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance
  • Demonstrated experience building and managing data pipelines
  • Demonstrated experience with Python.
  • Demonstrated experience with cloud computing using AWS services.
  • Demonstrated experience processing data using Apache Spark.
  • Demonstrated experience with an RDBMS (Postgres, Oracle, MySQL) and writing SQL queries.
  • Demonstrated experience with Linux and shell scripting.
  • Demonstrated experience analyzing data in different file formats like csv, xml, json, avro, parquet, etc.
  • Demonstrated experience writing and validating unit tests.

What Would be Nice to Have

  • Demonstrated experience in NiFi, Apache AirFlow, or an equivalent solution or tool for orchestrating data pipelines.
  • Demonstrated experience with Java or Scala.
  • Demonstrated experience administering an EMR/Spark cluster
  • Demonstrated experience conducting performance tuning of a spark job
  • Demonstrated experience developing cloud-based security solutions
  • Demonstrated experience following a configuration mgmt. process to review and deploy code as part of releases

Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Virginia Pay Range

$150,000-$250,000


Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.


Virginia Pay Range
$150,000—$250,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

•    Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision  

•    Health Savings Account with company contribution  

•    Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays  

•    Paid Parental Leave   

•    401k with generous company match  

•    Training and Development Opportunities  

•    Award Programs  

•    Variety of Company Sponsored Events


EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [email protected] or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)  

Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.



Skills Required

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
  • Experience building and managing data pipelines
  • Experience with Python
  • Experience with AWS cloud computing services
  • Experience processing data with Apache Spark
  • Experience with an RDBMS such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MySQL
  • Experience writing SQL queries
  • Experience with Linux and shell scripting
  • Experience analyzing CSV, XML, JSON, Avro, Parquet, and other file formats
  • Experience writing and validating unit tests
  • Experience with NiFi, Apache Airflow, or an equivalent data-pipeline orchestration tool
  • Experience with Java or Scala
  • Experience administering an EMR or Spark cluster
  • Experience tuning Spark-job performance
  • Experience developing cloud-based security solutions
  • Experience following configuration-management processes for code review and deployment
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The Company
HQ: Arlington, VA
1,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2025

What We Do

GRVTY is a national security and defense technology company that delivers mission and technical expertise in cyber, space, and spectrum. They provide automated ISR&T platforms, software, and data solutions to defense, intelligence, and homeland security customers, working on the frontlines against cyber adversaries.

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