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Steampunk

Data Visualization Engineer

Mclean, VA

$110K - $160K/yr

Steampunk wants you to join our awesome team as 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 ...

Steampunk

Data Visualization Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$110K - $160K/yr

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

Leidos

Visualization Engineer Intern

Reston, VA · On-site

$48.10K - $86.95K/yr

Leidos has a job opening beginning in the Spring/Summer of 2027 for a Visualization Engineer Intern/Co-Op in Reston, VA. Work will consist of a wide range of project tasks to include: Applied ...

T3i, Inc.

Data Visualization Engineer (DS L3)

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$103.30K - $124K/yr

Visualization engineers serve as the technical backbone of the team, integrating operational, training, and human performance data into actionable insights. This role focuses on building and ...

Leidos

Visualization Engineer Intern

Reston, VA · On-site

$48.10K - $86.95K/yr

Leidos has a job opening beginning in the Spring/Summer of 2027 for a Visualization Engineer Intern/Co-Op in Reston, VA. Work will consist of a wide range of project tasks to include: Applied ...

The Maven Group, LLC

BigQuery Developer

Raleigh, NC · Remote

... Support Engineer, Network Visualization Engineer and Ingestion Engineers. All roles will be remote and can be located anywhere in the US (preference to more West Coast). Chosen engineers will have ...

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How much do visualization engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for visualization engineer in the United States is $106,377.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Visualization Engineer, you need expertise in data visualization principles, programming languages like JavaScript or Python, and a background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with visualization libraries (such as D3.js, Tableau, or Power BI), data analytics platforms, and experience with databases are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and the ability to communicate complex data visually make someone stand out in this position. These skills are crucial for transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive informed decision-making across organizations.

How does a Visualization Engineer typically collaborate with data scientists and other stakeholders on projects?

Visualization Engineers play a crucial role in bridging the gap between raw data and actionable insights. They work closely with data scientists to understand the underlying data sets, define the goals of the visualization, and ensure the technical feasibility of proposed solutions. Regular meetings and iterative feedback sessions with business stakeholders are common to ensure the visualizations meet business requirements and usability standards. This collaboration often involves translating complex analytical findings into intuitive visuals that help guide decision-making across teams.

What is a Visualization Engineer?

A Visualization Engineer is a professional who designs, develops, and implements data visualization solutions to help organizations interpret complex data. They use tools and programming languages like D3.js, Tableau, or Python to create interactive charts, graphs, and dashboards. Their main goal is to turn raw data into visually engaging and insightful representations, enabling better decision-making. Visualization Engineers often collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure the visualizations effectively communicate key information.

What is the difference between Visualization Engineer vs Data Analyst?

AspectVisualization EngineerData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS, Data Science, or related; experience with visualization toolsBachelor's in Statistics, Math, or related; proficiency in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentDesigning visual data representations, working with developers and designersAnalyzing data sets, generating reports, interpreting data trends
Industry UsageTech, finance, marketing, where visual data storytelling is keyBusiness, finance, healthcare, focusing on data insights

While both roles involve working with data, Visualization Engineers focus on creating visual representations and dashboards, often collaborating with developers. Data Analysts primarily analyze data sets to extract insights and generate reports. The roles overlap in skills like data handling and visualization tools, but their core responsibilities differ in focus and output.

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Infographic showing various Visualization Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, 10% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,377 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

Data Visualization Engineer

Steampunk

Mclean, VA

$110K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Steampunk wants you to join our awesome team as 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 "Data Visualization Engineer", but a technologist with excellent communication and customer service skills and a passion for data and problem solving. 


  • Will be a Subject Matter Expert for a large contract supporting a major federal agency and will be responsible for creating visually appealing and operationally impactful dashboards and reports. This impactful work will 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! 


  • Ability to hold a position of public trust with the US government. 

  • Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of experience

    • Master's degree and 8 years of experience

    • No Degree and 14 years of experience 

  • 10 years of experience in designing, developing, and configuring data visualizations for different types of users 

  • 8+ years of experience using Tableau, Power BI, or other tools to create and develop robust reporting applications 

  • 8+ 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 


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 $110,000 to $160,000.  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.

We are 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. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program. 

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