Peraton is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to support modernization initiatives by designing, developing, and maintaining data solutions that enable operational efficiency, scalability, and system interoperability. The role aims to transform complex datasets, integrate multiple systems, and build scalable pipelines while ensuring data quality and compliance.
Requirements
- Expertise in data analysis, mapping, and large-scale transformation initiatives
- Knowledge of API development, interface design, and system interoperability
- Hands-on experience with modern data platforms (e.g., DynamoDB, Databricks, or similar)
- Proficiency with APIs, JSON, and Swagger/OpenAPI specifications
- Familiarity with developing and maintaining document-based databases
- Experience in data engineering, database design, and systems analysis
- Experience with data modeling standards (e.g., UML, ERD)
Responsibilities
- Maintain and enhance XML schemas to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with evolving business and technical requirements
- Develop and implement comprehensive data mappings, cleansing, and transformation rules to support integration and migration initiatives
- Conduct data profiling, assessments, and quality checks to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness
- Perform systems analysis and design, solution concepts, engineering design, and interface definitions to support modernization projects
- Analyze business requests for new services and develop innovative technical solutions to address evolving data requirements
- Author comprehensive project documentation including System Design and Specification Reports (SDSR), Interface Control Documents (ICD), and design coordination materials
- Architect and design critical data components that enhance scalability, performance, and operational efficiency
Other
- Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Strong written communication skills for authoring technical documentation
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) with at least three consecutive years of U.S. residency from the date of legal entry as an LPR
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the required MBI clearance
