Data Architect with Security Clearance

The Swift Group is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe. We are looking for a skilled Data Architect to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing scalable data pipelines and infrastructure, with a focus on AWS cloud services. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data-driven applications and analytics, ensuring efficient data flow and accessibility. The ideal candidate will thrive in an Agile project management setting and possess a strong background in data management and processing. The position is in Herndon, VA. Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust data pipelines and ETL processes to ingest, transform, and load data from diverse sources into data warehouses
• Develop and maintain data models and schemas to support analytics and reporting needs
• Collaborate with software engineers, data scientists, and analysts to integrate data solutions into applications and workflows
• Optimize data storage and retrieval for performance and scalability
• Ensure data quality and integrity through validation, testing, and monitoring
• Implement data security and compliance measures in accordance with organizational policies
• Utilize AWS services such as S3 and RDS for data storage and processing
• Develop APIs and interfaces to facilitate data access and integration
• Participate in Agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning and reviews
• Document data engineering processes, architectures, and best practices Requirements:
• 5 years of experience in data engineering, software development, or related fields.
• Strong experience with SQL and relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL
• Expertise with SQL scripting, database indexing, and optimization techniques
• Proficient in working with views, triggers, and stored procedures
• Experience in developing, creating, and modifying data structures and load routines for business use
• Hands-on experience with AWS data services (e.g., S3, RDS, Glue, Redshift)
• Familiarity with data modeling, ETL development, and data warehousing concepts
• Experience with API development and integration
• Knowledge of data security and compliance standards
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with stakeholders
• US Citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required Desired Experience:
• Experience designing, developing, and deploying AI and Generative AI models and algorithms
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify an solve business challenges using AI technologies
• Researching and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and GenAI
• Experience with AWS Cloud Data Migration Services
• Familiarity with Jira for project tracking and management
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau
• AWS certifications related to data engineering or architecture Do you know anyone for this position, or other positions open at The Swift Group? We offer a $5,000 bonus for any referral candidate we hire, paid out at the new hire's 90-day mark.
  
  

#Onsite The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class. Pay Range: $49,996.80 - $290,004.00 Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates. At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at The Swift Group? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Create alert