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VMD Corp

DevOps Engineer - Secret (Remote)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$53.25 - $73/hr

... Engineer - Secret (Remote) Xcelerate Solutions is currently seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer. As a ... Demonstrated experience with deployments in both on premise and cloud environments. * Experience ...

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Python Programmer

Columbia, MD · Remote

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about programming and enjoys working in a remote environment. Responsibilities: * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design ...

Xcelerate Solutions

DevOps Engineer - Secret (Remote)

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$53.25 - $73/hr

... Engineer - Secret (Remote) Xcelerate Solutions is currently seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer. As a ... Demonstrated experience with deployments in both on premise and cloud environments. * Experience ...

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Environmental Regulatory Counsel

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$221K - $270K/yr

Engineering or Technical degree; * Strong communication and interpersonal skills; * Experience ... Remote - This position has the possibility for remote work for candidates located more than 50 ...

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How much do remote environmental engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote environmental engineer in Washington is $103,283.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,200.00 and $122,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Environmental Engineer, and why are they important?

Remote Environmental Engineers need a solid background in environmental science or engineering, with a relevant degree and often professional certification such as a PE (Professional Engineer) license. Familiarity with GIS software, environmental modeling tools, and remote collaboration platforms is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective written communication, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills for working independently and with distributed teams. These competencies ensure accurate assessments, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery in a remote work environment.

What is a Remote Environmental Engineer?

A Remote Environmental Engineer is a professional who works primarily from a location outside of a traditional office, using digital tools to design, implement, and manage projects that protect the environment. They may conduct environmental assessments, develop sustainability plans, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, all while collaborating with teams and clients online. This role often involves data analysis, report writing, and virtual meetings to support environmental initiatives from a distance.

How do Remote Environmental Engineers typically collaborate with on-site teams and stakeholders?

Remote Environmental Engineers often work closely with on-site teams, project managers, and regulatory agencies through virtual meetings, cloud-based project management tools, and frequent email or phone communication. They may review site data, analyze reports, and provide technical guidance from a distance, while relying on local staff for fieldwork and sample collection. Clear communication and strong organizational skills are essential to ensure projects remain on track and regulatory requirements are met. Building strong relationships remotely can be a challenge, but regular check-ins and proactive updates help foster effective teamwork.
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Infographic showing various Remote Environmental Engineer job openings in Washington as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,283 per year, or $49.7 per hour.
Sr. Data Platform Engineer

Sr. Data Platform Engineer

Real Time Medical Systems

Linthicum Heights, MD • Remote

$117K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

Sr. Data Platform Engineer

This is a fully remote role.

Job purpose summary
Real Time’s suite of Interventional Analytics solutions enables post-acute facilities to seamlessly collaborate with their partner hospitals, health systems, ACOs, and managed care plans to improve care, reduce costs, and achieve a level of interoperability.
Real Time is seeking a Senior Data Platform Engineer with deep hands-on experience across AWS, Terraform, Python, PySpark, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and C#. This role will focus on designing and optimizing cloud-native data solutions, driving performance and cost efficiency, and enabling large-scale migrations from legacy SQL Server systems to modern PostgreSQL-based architectures.
The ideal candidate thrives in independent, dynamic environments, is comfortable shifting between multiple projects, and can balance long-term architecture with short-term deliverables.
Duties and responsibilities

  • Design, build, and optimize data pipelines (batch and streaming) using PySpark, Python, and SQL
  • Lead and support SQL Server → PostgreSQL migration efforts, including schema translation, performance tuning, and data validation
  • Implement and maintain Terraform infrastructure for AWS services (S3, Glue, Lambda, EMR, Redshift, DMS, etc.)
  • Conduct performance and cost optimization reviews of AWS workloads, recommending and implementing improvements
  • Develop frameworks for data quality, monitoring, and reconciliation
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders and other engineers to translate requirements into scalable solutions
  • Apply software engineering best practices (version control, CI/CD, testing, code reviews) to data engineering workflows
  • Contribute to standards, best practices, and technical mentorship across the team
  • Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide production support, ensuring reliability of data platforms with minimal disruption to business operations

Additional Duties and Responsibilities
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
  • Any other assigned tasks
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of professional experience in data engineering or software engineering roles
  • Advanced skills with Python and PySpark for large-scale data processing
  • Strong SQL development experience, including query tuning and ETL/ELT design
  • Hands-on experience with AWS data services (S3, Glue, EMR, Lambda, DDB, DMS, CloudWatch, IAM, VPC)
  • Experience with Terraform/Terragrunt (or equivalent IaC) for AWS infrastructure automation
  • Familiarity with SQL Server and PostgreSQL, including database optimization and migration patterns
  • Working knowledge of C# for application/data integrations
  • Strong grasp of data modeling, architecture, and governance best practices
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to self-manage, and comfort working in environments with changing priorities
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
  • AWS certification (Solutions Architect, Data Analytics, or DevOps) a plus
  • Data visualization experience with Tableau, PowerBI, MicroStrategy, etc. also a plus
  • Experience working in the healthcare industry a plus
  • You must love what you do! You will be working with other talented and passionate individuals who enjoy working and solving problems together!

Additional Qualifications
  • Independent contributor who can also collaborate effectively in a remote environment
  • Strong communication skills, both technical and business-oriented
  • Comfortable balancing multiple priorities without losing quality
  • Reliability and responsiveness when participating in the on-call rotation, with a proactive and calm approach to production issues
  • Positive, solution-oriented mindset - able to tackle tasks with optimism

Working conditions
Position requires minimal amount of travel.
Remote/Work from anywhere work environment within the United States.
Physical requirements
Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting for prolonged periods.
Direct reports
None

Why you'll love it here:

  • You’ll be part of a team that helps save lives every day, and improves the lives of 100,000s of people!
  • Competitive base salary
  • Work from home
  • Ongoing training and coaching for career development
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with significant company contribution
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings program

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