About this opportunity
Blu Omega Inc. lists this Data Engineer opportunity in ashburn, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Back Data Engineer
Data Management Ashburn , VA Sep 25, 2026
Data Engineer
Remote
Blu Omega is seeking a Data Engineer to support the supported federal mission area. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and data solutions supporting mission-critical federal programs.
Program Overview
Blu Omega supports enterprise data and design initiatives for federal agencies, enhancing data infrastructure to meet critical government needs.
Key Details
Location: Remote (strong preference for Atlanta, GA, or Washington, DC / Maryland / Virginia area)
Clearance / Suitability: Public Trust eligibility required
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines across Azure and related cloud data services
Build and optimize data lake and distributed data solutions supporting enterprise analytics and machine learning workloads
Transform and integrate structured and unstructured data from multiple sources into reliable, analytics-ready datasets
Design and optimize data models and database solutions across SQL and NoSQL technologies
Support data profiling, data quality, data cataloging, and governance across distributed and heterogeneous datasets
Perform backend SQL/NoSQL testing, data validation, and post-deployment quality checks
Automate data pipeline operations to improve reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency
Collaborate with engineers, developers, analysts, and stakeholders within Agile delivery teams to assess requirements and deliver mission-focused data solutions
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining scalable ETL/ELT workflows supporting analytics or machine learning workloads
5+ years of experience with database technologies such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar platforms
3+ years of experience applying data modeling techniques, including dimensional modeling, to improve analytical performance and query execution
Hands-on experience building data pipelines within Azure environments
Experience working with distributed datasets, data lakes, or similar large-scale data architectures
Experience supporting data profiling, data quality, and data cataloging across distributed and heterogeneous datasets
Experience with NoSQL concepts or platforms such as Cosmos DB, Elasticsearch, or similar technologies
Experience performing backend SQL/NoSQL testing, post-deployment validation, and data quality checks
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Data Factory, and related Azure data services
Experience with Databricks, including Lakeflow Jobs, Databricks Workflows, Unity Catalog, Delta Lake, Delta Tables, or Delta Sharing
Experience with Palantir Foundry, including pipelines, transforms, or ontology modeling
Experience with streaming or real-time data processing technologies such as Spark Structured Streaming, Azure Event Hubs, or Kafka
Experience with CI/CD or Infrastructure as Code within Azure environments using Azure DevOps Pipelines, Terraform, or GitHub Actions
Experience working within cross-functional Agile delivery teams
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
Compensation
Salary Range: $0.00 - $120,000.00
Final compensation is based on technical skills, experience, education, certifications, and clearance.
Blu Omega Benefits & Perks
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage through national providers
401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)
Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options
Short-term disability (company-paid) and long-term disability options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support and mental health resources
Telehealth and virtual care options
Pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection options
Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees
Paid federal holidays for salaried employees
Access to wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits
Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, employment status, and program requirements.
Company Overview
Blu Omega is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies and enterprise clients nationwide. Headquartered in Ashburn, VA, we support mission-critical programs across civilian and defense sectors, including health, national security, and regulatory environments. We partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
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Worksite address
ashburn, VA, 22011, US
Who can apply
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