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Data Engineer (1099)

Protagonist

$120,000 - $170,000
Jun 10, 2025
Washington, DC, US
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Protagonist is looking to solve the problem of handling large amounts of data and developing cutting-edge data-driven insights for their clients.

Requirements

  • 1-3 years experience in software development using Python
  • 1-3 years experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS); AWS Certification a plus
  • Strong proficiency with container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Strong proficiency with big data technologies (Hadoop, Hive, PySpark)
  • Strong proficiency with database systems (PostgreSQL)
  • Strong proficiency with workflow orchestration (Argo Workflows, Airflow)
  • Strong proficiency with messaging systems (Kafka)

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines using Argo Workflows on Kubernetes for data enrichment workflows
  • Implement PySpark and Hadoop-based processing for large-scale data operations
  • Build and manage data ingestion capabilities from multiple third-party sources into the GEN-5 platform
  • Implement and optimize data workflows across PostgreSQL, Hive, and Kafka ecosystems
  • Architect and deploy AWS infrastructure to support data processing at scale, including transition to GovCloud
  • Develop and maintain Python applications that support Boolean query refinement, data discovery, and analysis dashboards
  • Create reusable pipeline templates that enable consistent processing of similar data types

Other

  • Must be able to work on U.S. Government contracts restricted to U.S. citizens
  • Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Ability to work independently while taking initiative
  • Experience identifying opportunities for automation and optimization
  • Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams