Senior Data Engineer (cloud Engineer 4) 26415

Join HII as a Data Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and data warehouses to support advanced analytics and business intelligence initiatives. This role requires expertise in cloud platforms, big data technologies, and programming languages to ensure efficient data processing and integration across diverse systems. The Data Engineer will collaborate closely with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to deliver reliable and high-quality data solutions that enable strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize ETL processes using open-source tools to facilitate seamless data integration from various sources including Postgres, Oracle, SQL Server, SharePoint along with RESTful API integrations with SaaS solutions.
• Build and maintain scalable data pipelines to support large-scale data processing and analytics.
• Design, build and optimize a data virtualization architecture.
• Develop and manage data models, schemas, and database designs for data warehouses using SQL.
• Implement best practices for data quality, security, and governance across all platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and translate them into technical solutions aligned with Agile methodologies.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues promptly, and perform capacity planning for future growth.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in big data analytics, and cloud computing (AWS/Azure) to continuously improve infrastructure efficiency.

Requirements:

• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy, PySpark) and Apache tool suite.
• Hands-on experience with ETL frameworks (Airflow, Luigi, Prefect, or similar).
• Ability to apply statistical methods in R for data validation and analysis.
• Proficiency in Postgres and at least one of the following: SQL Server or Oracle databases.
• Familiarity with AWS (Glue, Redshift, S3) or Azure data services.
• Understanding of RESTful API integrations.
• Excellent analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets effectively.
• Strong understanding of database design principles combined with experience in analysis skills to optimize data architecture solutions.
• Knowledge of Agile development practices to facilitate collaborative project execution.

Preferred Requirements:

• Familiarity with hybrid environments and on-premises/cloud system integrations.
• Experience working in highly regulated industries or government organizations.

Physical Requirements: Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of job.

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII: We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.