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Standvast Fulfillment

Senior Data Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$103K - $140K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to build high-quality solutions, mentor junior engineers, and maintain operational excellence while collaborating with product managers and business teams.

STScI

Software Engineer, II

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

We are seeking a Software Engineer, II /Junior Data Engineer to join our Data Management Division. In this role, you will help build and support the backend data infrastructure that powers the ...

Lentech Inc

Junior Data Scientist

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$131K - $140K/yr

Lentech is actively interviewing for a JUNIOR Data Scientist * 1+ years of experience in statistics ... Lentech's Mission Technical Solutions Division is focused on providing engineering, operations, I&T ...

asrcfh

Junior Data Scientist

Greenbelt, MD

ASRC Federal AFSS is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system ... We are seeking a Data Scientist / Machine Learning to provide junior-level support a NASA contract ...

asrcfh

Junior Data Scientist

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

ASRC Federal AFSS is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system ... We are seeking a Data Scientist / Machine Learning to provide junior-level support a NASA contract ...

standvast

Senior Data Engineer

Columbia, MD

$105K - $142K/yr

Mentor junior data engineers and analysts, leading by example * Maintain high operational excellence, participating in the team on-call support rotation and constantly improving our systems What ...

ASRC Federal Holding

Junior Data Scientist

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$64K - $96K/yr

We are seeking a Data Scientist / Machine Learning to provide junior-level support a NASA contract ... Strong programming skills: Python, R, SQL, MATLAB, SAS, HTML/CSS; experience with PyTorch ...

Accenture Federal Services

Jr. Data Scientist

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

AFS is looking for a Jr. Data Scientist to support our nation's most critical missions. If you love ... Experience with automated feature engineering or model selection tools * Knowledge of data privacy ...

Capital Technology Group

Data Engineer

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$118K - $142K/yr

The Data Engineer will partner with other Data Engineers to evaluate and prototype new tools and ... Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance, architecture discussions, and code reviews ...

Accenture Federal Services

Jr. Data Scientist

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

AFS is looking for a Jr. Data Scientist to support our nation's most critical missions. If you love ... Experience with automated feature engineering or model selection tools * Knowledge of data privacy ...

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How much do junior data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior data engineer in Baltimore, MD is $71,343.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,200.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior data engineer?

A Junior Data Engineer is an entry-level role focused on building and maintaining data pipelines, supporting data integration, and ensuring efficient data flow within an organization. They work with databases, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, and cloud platforms to help store, process, and analyze data. Junior Data Engineers collaborate with senior engineers and data analysts to optimize data infrastructure and improve performance. They typically have knowledge of SQL, Python, and big data tools like Spark or Hadoop. This role serves as a foundation for advancing into senior data engineering positions.

What are the typical responsibilities of a junior data engineer?

As a Junior Data Engineer, you will likely spend your days assisting with data pipeline development, performing basic data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) tasks, and helping maintain and troubleshoot databases. You may also be responsible for supporting data quality checks, writing simple scripts, and documenting your processes to help senior engineers and data analysts. Collaboration is key, as you'll often work closely with team members to understand project requirements and integrate feedback. This role offers the chance to build technical skills on real-world projects while gaining mentorship from experienced engineers.

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Infographic showing various Junior Data Engineer job openings in Baltimore, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,343 per year, or $34.3 per hour.

Junior Data Engineer

Silver Spring, MD

Capital Technology Group
Software Development • 11 - 50 employees
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$75K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Capital Technology Group provides expert consulting services software development, digital transformation, human-centered design, data analytics and visualization, and cybersecurity.

Our multidisciplinary teams use agile methodologies to rapidly and incrementally deliver value in close collaboration with our clients. For over a decade, we have been trusted by both federal and commercial clients to solve complex, mission-critical business challenges. The quality of our work has been recognized by our partners and peers through our inclusion in the Digital Services Coalition, a group of forward- thinking firms recognized for excellence in delivering IT services.

Client Requirements: applicants MUST BE US Citizens and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance

The CTG Experience

At Capital Technology Group (CTG), our teams are passionate about modernizing how the federal government delivers software. We partner with federal agencies to build secure, scalable, and mission-driven solutions that make a meaningful impact on millions of people. Recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace in 2025 and 2026. CTG fosters a culture rooted in our core values. Our values guide how we work together and support one another, creating an environment where employees feel trusted, empowered, and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.

About the Role

CTG is seeking a Junior Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable, efficient data pipelines and systems following modern data engineering best practices. The Junior Data Engineer will partner with other Data Engineers to evaluate and prototype new tools and technologies, assessing their risks and benefits to deliver exceptional value to our clients.

You Will Get To
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and data models using Databricks, dbt, Apache Spark (PySpark), SQL (PostgreSQL), and Python.
  • Develop and optimize AWS-native data solutions leveraging services including AWS Glue, Amazon EMR, Amazon MWAA (Apache Airflow), Lambda, Step Functions, Amazon S3, Redshift, RDS, DMS, and CloudWatch.
  • Build high-performance data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration workflows across structured and semi-structured data using Parquet, ORC, Avro, and Apache Iceberg.
  • Integrate data from enterprise and external sources, including relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, Redshift, GraphDB, and other NoSQL platforms.
  • Improve the reliability, scalability, performance, and maintainability of enterprise data platforms through monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous optimization.
  • Develop and maintain automated deployment pipelines using Harness and collaborate on cloud infrastructure and platform improvements.
  • Support data engineering efforts powering mission-critical analytics, reporting, and decision-making across large-scale federal data environments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to define requirements, deliver high-quality data solutions, and continuously improve engineering processes.
Who You Are
  • A strategic data engineer who enjoys designing complex systems and solving complex challenges
  • Strong in modern cloud-based solution design
  • Comfortable balancing business needs with technical constraints and long-term strategy
  • A strong communicator
  • Collaborative, proactive, and comfortable navigating ambiguity
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
  • 5 years of professional experience in data engineering or related domains
  • Strong hands-on experience with:
    • Deep hands-on experience with Databricks for large-scale data engineering, ETL/ELT development, and data transformation.
    • Strong proficiency with Dbt, SQL (PostgreSQL), Python, Java, AWS (Redshift, RDS, S3, Glue, Lambda, DMS, CloudWatch), Data Pipelines, Data Modeling, System Maintenance, Data Integration, Performance Optimization.
    • AWS native.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working in agile, iterative software development environments
  • Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies and domain knowledge
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics to diverse audiences
Nice to Have
  • Experience with Kafka (streaming/data pipelines)
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration
  • Proficiency with Splunk for log aggregation and system monitoring
  • Experience using Terraform for infrastructure automation and management
  • Strong SQL skills, including performance tuning and complex query design
Salary

We are committed to offering a competitive salary for this position, with an estimated range of $75k to $115k annually. Please note that this range is intended to provide a general idea of what to expect; however, the final offer may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors. The stated range is not a guarantee and is subject to change.

Full Time Employee Benefits
  • Remote Work (Hybrid roles will be specified in the job post)
  • Competitive Compensation Package
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with 4% matching
  • Liberal PTO vacation policy
  • Generous Annual Continuing Education
  • Annual Wellness Budget
  • Bonus Incentive Programs (Employee referrals and performance-based rewards)

Thanks for your interest in Capital Technology Group!

Capital Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.