Cloud Data Platform Engineer (Azure/AWS)

Description

At Leidos, we're not just delivering solutions - we're pioneering the future of defense and intelligence technology. Our diverse teams of innovators unite around a singular purpose: empowering our customers to succeed in their critical missions. We believe in leading with integrity, investing in our communities, and building sustainably for tomorrow.

Shape the future of digital defense.

Our Digital Modernization sector is at the forefront of next-generation technology, architecting cutting-edge solutions in cyber defense, logistics optimization, security operations, and decision intelligence. We're the minds behind the mission-critical systems that keep our nation secure.

Ready to engineer solutions that matter?

Primary Responsibilities:

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is seeking a dynamic Data Platform Engineer to support cloud modernization initiatives for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) in the Alexandria, VA area. This role is part of a high-impact program focused on delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that enable operational agility and resilience across the USCG enterprise.

As a Data Platform Engineer on the Operations team, you will lead the evolution and governance of our multi-cloud data ecosystem. This strategic role is ideal for a hands-on architect and thought leader who can drive innovation across AWS and Azure platforms, enabling scalable, secure, and intelligent data solutions that power analytics and business transformation. This role is essential to maintain operational integrity, security compliance, and performance across hybrid cloud deployments. You'll work closely with cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and program leadership to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to the mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Strategic Responsibilities

• Set technical operational direction for data infrastructure, governance, and platform engineering standards

• Partner with data science, analytics, and software teams to deliver high-impact solutions

• Drive modernization initiatives

• Evaluate emerging technologies and guide adoption strategies across the organization

• Champion data security, compliance, and cost optimization in multi-cloud environments

• Operational Technical Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable data pipelines, lakes, or warehouses using cloud-native tools

• Lead Infrastructure-as-Code deployments

• Optimize distributed data processing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Databricks) for performance and reliability

• Oversee CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for data platform components

• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud data services to ensure uptime and resilience

• Work closely with developers, network engineers, and security teams to support cloud-based applications and services

• Support cross-functional coordination across engineering, cybersecurity, and program management teams

• Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement

• Ensure alignment with USCG mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Business)

• 12 years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering.

• Deep expertise in AWS (e.g., Redshift, Glue, S3, Lambda) and Azure (e.g., Synapse, Data Factory, ADLS)

• Proven track record of leading enterprise-scale data platform initiatives

• Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and distributed computing frameworks

• Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance frameworks

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures

• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust and DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting DHS, USCG, or other federal cloud modernization efforts

• Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, or other cloud-native analytics platforms

• Familiarity with data mesh, lakehouse architecture, and real-time streaming (Kafka, Kinesis)

• Strong documentation and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Experience working with technical teams in cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT environments

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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