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Cherokee Federal · 2 days ago

Data Engineer

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Cherokee Federal is seeking a mid-level Data Engineer to support the design, development, and maintenance of SQL-centric data pipelines and ETL workflows within a healthcare-focused federal environment. The role involves building reliable ETL processes, ensuring data quality, and supporting reporting and analytics teams in a stable, mission-driven environment.

GovernmentNon ProfitProfessional ServicesPublic Relations

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Gather and clarify data requirements from stakeholders and translate them into technical solutions

Design, develop, and maintain database schemas, stored procedures, and functions

Build and support ETL pipelines to transform data from multiple source systems into standardized formats

Perform data validation, QA/QC checks, and data quality monitoring

Support BI and reporting use cases by ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and performance

Integrate external data sources into existing data workflows

Troubleshoot and optimize SQL queries and ETL jobs for performance and reliability

Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives

Collaborate with analysts, developers, and product owners as part of a cross-functional team

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

SQLETLRelational Database DesignSQL Server (T-SQL)Oracle (PL/SQL)Data QualityAgile MethodologiesHealthcare IT ExperienceAPI IntegrationsAWS FamiliarityScripting LanguagesCommunication Skills

Required

An active Public Trust or the ability to obtain a Public Trust is required for consideration

5+ years of recent, hands-on SQL experience, including stored procedures and functions

SQL Server (T-SQL) and/or Oracle (PL/SQL)

3+ years of ETL experience, with tools such as: SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), AWS Glue, or similar ETL platforms

Experience supporting BI or reporting environments

Strong understanding of relational database design and data modeling

Familiarity with data quality, validation, and data management best practices

Experience working in Agile delivery environments

Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with stakeholders

Must meet Cherokee Federal pre-employment requirements

Preferred

Experience working in healthcare or government IT environments

Exposure to scripting or programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, PowerShell, or Bash

Any experience with API integrations

Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, or healthcare data standards

Experience mapping data to a Common Data Model (e.g., OMOP or similar)

General familiarity with AWS environments, including AWS GovCloud

Prior experience supporting DHA, DoD, or other federal customers

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Company

Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Federal, a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is a trusted team of government contracting professionals who can rapidly build innovative solutions.

Founded in 1969

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

5001-10000 employees