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Zachary Piper Solutions · 6 days ago

Spark Data Engineer (DHS cleared)

positionWashington, DC
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level
money$150K/yr - $220K/yr
date5+ years exp

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Spark Data Engineer to support a federal customer in the DC metro area. This role focuses on big data engineering, optimization, and performance tuning using Apache Spark, requiring strong experience in data engineering and excellent communication skills.

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Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable data pipelines and architectures using Apache Spark
Optimize Spark jobs for performance and efficiency across large datasets
Collaborate with clients to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions
Support data engineering tasks including ETL, data warehousing, and query optimization
Assist with integration of Spark-based solutions into cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Provide technical guidance on best practices for big data processing and analytics
Participate in short- to medium-term customer engagements, ensuring successful delivery of projects

Qualification

Apache SparkData engineeringSQL optimizationCloud ecosystemsPythonScalaCustomer-facing skillsCommunication skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required
Minimum 5 years of experience in data engineering and distributed computing
Strong expertise in Apache Spark and performance optimization techniques
Proficiency in SQL and experience with data warehousing and query tuning
Familiarity with Python or Scala programming languages
Working knowledge of cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
Ability to manage scope, timelines, and deliverables in technical projects

Preferred

Experience with machine learning and data science concepts
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and MLOps practices
Knowledge of Databricks platform and big data architecture design

Benefits

Cigna medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Up to 20 days paid time off
11 federal holidays
Sick leave as required by law

Company

Zachary Piper Solutions

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Zachary Piper Solutions is an IT company providing government contracting solutions in support of the nation’s Intelligence Community.
dateFounded in 2011
location
Mclean, Virginia, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://zacharypiper.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$3M
2018-02-22Series Unknown· $1.3M
2014-04-10Series Unknown· $1.7M

Leadership Team

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Christopher Stroud
Partner Outreach & Engagements
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Justin Jordan
Founder and Chairman
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