Data Engineer

FedWriters, Inc. is supporting the DA2I program and is hiring a Data Engineer to help turn raw inputs into dependable, well-governed data for financial management analytics. This hybrid role is based in Arlington, VA, with on-site support as mission needs arise and a focus on data quality, reporting, and analytics pipeline stability.

In this position, you will collect, clean, and transform data into structured datasets and analytics pipelines that support mission-critical decision-making. You will work alongside senior data scientists and a government team, helping troubleshoot workflows and improve data availability and transparency across enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and transform raw data into meaningful, actionable information.
• Support implementation of analytical techniques and applications using data-oriented programming languages, visualization tools, and modern computational methods.
• Apply foundational data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning techniques to extract insights from large structured and unstructured datasets.
• Visualize, interpret, and report data findings, including the occasional development of dynamic or automated reports for stakeholders.
• Analyze data patterns and validate data quality to keep information accurate and reliable.
• Troubleshoot data workflows and support senior data scientists in maintaining stable, well-governed analytics pipelines.
• Improve data availability, transparency, and mission-critical decision-making across enterprise systems.

Requirements

• Up to 3 years of directly related experience and a B.A./B.S. degree.
• Up to 3 years of foundational experience using Python, SQL, R, or similar languages for data manipulation, ETL, or analytics workflows.
• Exposure to data-processing frameworks or platforms such as Databricks or Spark, and familiarity with mapping raw-to-scrubbed data stages.
• Understanding of basic analytical concepts including data mining, machine learning fundamentals, NLP techniques, and data modeling.
• Ability to perform data validation, identify anomalies, and support data-quality governance under guidance from senior team members.
• Ability to interpret trends, visualize results, and communicate findings using dashboards and modern visualization tools.
• Active Secret clearance.

Technologies

• Python
• SQL
• R
• Databricks
• Spark

Schedule and Location

• Hybrid role based in Arlington, Virginia.
• Typically 1–2 days on site per month, with the remainder remote.
• Must be located in the National Capital Region and able to be on site when the mission calls for it.
• In-person collaboration with the government team is part of how the work builds the relationships it depends on.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

Pay Range

$45.38 per hour to $49.64 per hour, depending on experience, education, and clearance level.