Junior Data Engineer

Location: Remote

• Collects, cleans, and transforms raw data into meaningful and actionable information.
• Helps build and maintain reliable datasets.
• Helps implement techniques and analytical applications that leverage data-oriented programming languages, visualization tools, and modern computational methods.
• Applies foundational data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning techniques to extract insights from large structured and unstructured datasets.
• Visualizes, interprets, and reports data findings, occasionally developing dynamic or automated data reports for stakeholders.
• Analyzes patterns and validates data quality.
• Assists with troubleshooting data workflows.
• Supports senior data scientists in maintaining stable, well-governed analytics pipelines.

• B.A./B.S. or M.A./M.S. in a relevant field.
• One (1) to three (3) years of foundational experience using Python, SQL, R, or similar languages to support data manipulation, ETL, or analytics workflows.
• Exposure to data-processing frameworks or platforms such as Databricks, Spark, or equivalent, and familiarity with mapping raw-to-scrubbed data stages.
• Understanding of basic analytical concepts such as data mining, machine learning fundamentals, NLP techniques, and data modeling.
• Ability to perform data validation, identify anomalies, and support data-quality governance under guidance from senior team members.
• Ability to interpret trends, visualize results, and communicate data findings using dashboards and modern visualization tools.

• Exposure to mission-focused analytics platforms and large-scale enterprise datasets.
• Familiarity with audit workflows, financial data environments, or systems involving structured and semi-structured data integrations.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and translating business requirements into basic analytical or software tasks.
• Experience building lightweight scripts or prototypes that automate small analytical tasks or data transformations.

• Remote: Full telework

• Active Secret security clearance required
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must pass a federal background investigation and meet facility and system access requirements

• Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD(P&R)) Comptroller

• 40 hours per week. 8 hours per day

• Employment Classification Eligibility: W2

• Salary range: $100,000 to $105,000
• Benefits: Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options. Full benefits brochure available for review.