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Steampunk

Senior Data Visualization Engineer

Mclean, VA

$120K - $170K/yr

Overview Steampunk wants you to join our awesome team as a Senior Data Visualization Engineer. In this role you'll be working with a large team of Steampunk and clients to identify data sources ...

Steampunk

Senior Data Visualization Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

Overview Steampunk wants you to join our awesome team as a Senior Data Visualization Engineer. In this role you'll be working with a large team of Steampunk and clients to identify data sources ...

Leidos

Data/Visualization Engineer SME

Albuquerque, NM

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Data Visualization Engineer SME specializing in data visualization to join our team in Fort Belvoir, VA or Albuquerque, New Mexico. The primary focus of this role ...

DMI

Data Visualization Engineer (SME)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$110K - $132K/yr

They are seeking a Data Visualization Engineer (SME) to develop and maintain reporting infrastructure, design dashboards, and collaborate with stakeholders to provide actionable insights.

Leidos

Data/Visualization Engineer SME

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Data Visualization Engineer SME specializing in data visualization to join our team in Fort Belvoir, VA or Albuquerque, New Mexico. The primary focus of this role ...

Leidos

Data/Visualization Engineer SME

Fort Belvoir, VA

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Data Visualization Engineer SME specializing in data visualization to join our team in Fort Belvoir, VA or Albuquerque, New Mexico. The primary focus of this role ...

DMI

Data Visualization Engineer (SME)

Atlanta, GA

$110K - $132K/yr

Learn more at www.dminc.com DMI, LLC is seeking a Data Visualization Engineer (SME) to join us. Duties and Responsibilities: * Develop and maintain the reporting and event correlation infrastructure ...

Collabera

Data Visualization Developer

Eagan, MN

The Data Visualization Developer will create interactive graphics packages for legal data, build graphics tools, confer on visualization-related architecture options and alternatives, mentor/train ...

DMI

Data Visualization Engineer (SME)

Atlanta, GA

$160K - $171K/yr

Learn more at www.dminc.com About the Opportunity DMI, LLC is seeking a Data Visualization Engineer (SME) to join us. Duties and Responsibilities: * Develop and maintain the reporting and event ...

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How much do data visualization engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for data visualization engineer in the United States is $129,716.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data visualization engineer?

A Data Visualization Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing visual representations of data to help stakeholders understand complex information. They use tools like Tableau, D3.js, Power BI, and Python libraries (e.g., Matplotlib, Seaborn) to create interactive dashboards and reports. Their role involves working with large datasets, ensuring data accuracy, optimizing performance, and collaborating with analysts and developers to enhance decision-making. Strong programming, data analysis, and UX/UI design skills are essential for success in this role.

What are some common challenges faced by data visualization engineers, and how can they overcome them?

Data Visualization Engineers often encounter challenges such as translating complex data into clear, actionable visuals for non-technical stakeholders and ensuring that graphics remain both accurate and engaging. Balancing the needs of different departments, adhering to fluctuating project requirements, and managing large or messy datasets can also be demanding. Successful engineers address these issues by working closely with data analysts, business users, and designers, using feedback to iterate on their work, and staying current with the latest visualization best practices. Proactive communication and strong organization skills further help in meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data visualization engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Data Visualization Engineer, you need a strong grasp of data analysis, visual storytelling, and programming, often supported by a degree in computer science, data science, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Tableau, Power BI, D3.js, and proficiency in languages such as Python or JavaScript are commonly required, along with experience in databases and dashboard development. Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills help you effectively transform and present complex data to diverse audiences. These abilities are crucial for creating impactful, user-friendly visualizations that drive informed business decisions.

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Infographic showing various Data Visualization Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $129,716 per year, or $62.4 per hour.

Senior Data Visualization Engineer

Steampunk

Mclean, VA

$120K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Overview

Steampunk wants you to join our awesome team as a Senior Data Visualization Engineer.  In this role you'll be working with a large team of Steampunk and clients to identify data sources, tools, and mission challenges that can all be brought together to create decision-supporting insights and information. Your main goal in this work is to use the data that we have as a team and client base to provide meaningful information and representations of data to enable our client to make better and quicker decisions. We are looking for more than just a "Senior Data Visualization Engineer", but a technologist with excellent communication and customer service skills and a passion for data and problem solving. 

Contributions

Responsibilities include: 

  • Create visually appealing and operationally impactful dashboards and reports that translate our client's data into actionable insights 
  • Use expert knowledge of data visualization tools to deliver information that allows client users to quickly understand data, ask better questions, and take action 
  • Design, develop, and deliver analytics solutions with consideration for functionality, data, security, integration, infrastructure, and performance 
  • Collaborate with clients and stakeholders 
  • Help define enterprise data and technology needs to support business intelligence and analytics 
  • Facilitate meetings with diverse and sometimes conflicting points of view 
  • Support an Agile software development lifecycle 
  • You will contribute to the growth of our Data Exploitation Practice! 
Qualifications
  • Ability to hold a position of public trust with the US government. 
  • Bachelor's degree and 5+ overall years of experience 
  • 5-7 years of experience in designing, developing, and configuring data visualizations for different types of users 
  • 5-7 years of experience using Tableau, Power BI, or other tools to create and develop robust reporting applications 
  • 5-7 years of experience with data management disciplines including data governance, data architecture, data modeling, data storage, data security, data integration, and data quality 
  • Ability to lead or participate in business sessions to identify and document analytic use cases 
  • Ability to be a self-starter, take ownership of opportunities, work independently, and manage simultaneous projects 
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to explain advanced concepts to audiences of varying levels using simple terms 
About steampunk

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $170,000.  The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk's total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here. 

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors.  Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges.  As an employee owned company, we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers - and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.

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