Data Engineer

FedWriters, Inc. is hiring a Data Engineer for the DA2I program to build and support well-governed datasets and analytics pipelines for mission-critical financial management decisions.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and transform raw data into meaningful, actionable information
• Support 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 methods for insights from large structured and unstructured datasets
• Visualize, interpret, and clearly communicate data findings
• Occasionally develop dynamic or automated data 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 (e.g., Databricks, Spark, or equivalent) 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 data findings using dashboards and modern visualization tools
• Active Secret clearance

Technologies

• Python
• SQL
• R
• Databricks
• Spark

Schedule and Location

• Hybrid role based in Arlington, VA
• Typically 1–2 days on site per month, with the remainder remote
• Preferred candidate is within the National Capital Region and can be on site when mission needs require
• In-person collaboration with the government team is part of how the role builds the relationships the work 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

Desired

• Exposure to mission-focused analytics platforms and large-scale enterprise datasets
• Familiarity with audit workflows, financial data environments, or systems involving structured and semi-structured data integrations
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and translating business requirements into basic analytical or software tasks
• Experience building lightweight scripts or prototypes to automate small analytical tasks or data transformations

Pay Range

• $45.38/hour to $49.64/hour, depending on experience, education, and clearance level