Remote Data Engineer Government Jobs in Washington

Graham Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-native data pipelines, governance frameworks, AI-ready infrastructure, and enterprise data platforms supporting our customers' mission objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong cloud engineering, ETL/ELT, data governance, and analytics expertise with experience supporting large-scale scientific or federal data environments.

Location: Remote

• Collaborate with customer data practitioners and IT staff to develop cloud infrastructure requirements
• Analyze technical options and develop cloud architecture proposals for modernization initiatives
• Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines supporting structured and unstructured datasets
• Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) automation and deployment workflows
• Develop data ingestion, transformation, metadata management, and reporting solutions
• Support governance standards, data quality frameworks, and enterprise metadata harvesting
• Enable AI/ML and MLOps lifecycle infrastructure across NOS programs
• Support GIS, video, analytics, and environmental data systems modernization efforts
• Develop operational reporting, performance metrics, and compliance dashboards
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Provide monthly status reporting and support quarterly stakeholder reviews
• Support customer-wide data management initiatives and emerging mission programs

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in data engineering, cloud infrastructure, or enterprise data management
• Experience designing and implementing ETL/ELT pipelines and enterprise data warehouses
• Experience with cloud-native architectures and distributed data processing frameworks
• Experience supporting large-scale data modernization initiatives
• Experience with metadata management, data governance, and data quality processes

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or related technical field

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
• Experience with SQL, Python, and enterprise data integration tools
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines preferred
• Experience with GIS and geospatial technologies preferred

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Strong project coordination and prioritization capabilities
• Ability to work independently within distributed remote teams

• Federal Government program support experience
• Experience supporting AI/ML infrastructure and MLOps environments
• Experience with environmental, scientific, or geospatial datasets
• Experience supporting enterprise analytics and reporting platforms

• Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or other Government suitability requirements

• Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling procedures
• Federal cloud modernization and governance frameworks

• Remote work authorized with availability during core hours (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST)
• Occasional travel may be required
• Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) will be provided

At Graham Technologies, we believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. Our compensation package is designed to ensure fair pay for work, reflecting our commitment to integrity.

Many IT companies offer similar services, but what truly sets us apart is our people! We care deeply about our employees and consistently show our appreciation-not just for the final outcomes, but also for the effort and dedication shown every step of the way. Additionally, our generous benefits package supports our team members in living fulfilling and prosperous lives.

Here are just a few highlights of what we offer:

• Four Weeks of Accrued PTO in the First Year
• Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Annual Employer Contributions
• Flexible Schedules
• Reimbursements for Continued Education and Training

Our core values define who we are:

• Value our Customers
• Care about our Employees
• Passionate about Innovation
• Believe in a Strong Work Ethic
• Rely on Teamwork
• Integrity Matters

Founded in 2007, GTech is a consulting services firm passionate about delivering tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs and maximize the value of their investments. We achieve this by providing top-notch professionals across the IT industry. Our team embodies integrity, commitment, and reliability, which are at the heart of everything we do.

We are also dedicated to fostering a culture of support for our employees-the lifeblood of our business. At Graham Technologies, we've built a family-oriented environment where team members are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance, pursue their passions, and grow professionally through flexible schedules, continued education, and a strong sense of community.