SAIC - Chantilly, VA
posted 2 months ago
SAIC is seeking an experienced, results-oriented, mission-driven Big Data Architect with a specialized focus on Data Engineering. This role involves performing data model design, data formatting, and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) development optimized for efficient storage, access, and computation in support of national security objectives. The Big Data Architect will be a key player in an Agile team, tasked with increasing innovation capacity and driving the velocity of development of data ingestion and data analysis processes. The responsibilities of the Big Data Architect include synchronizing efforts with other tasks to assemble data technologies that control the flow of data from source to value. The goal is to speed up the process of deriving value and insight from data. The ideal candidate will have a passion for unlocking the secrets held by datasets and possess a solid understanding and experience in developing, automating, and enhancing all parts of the data pipeline, including ingestion, processing, storage, and exposing data for consumption. Additionally, the Big Data Architect will implement data tests for quality assurance and focus on improving inefficient tooling while adopting new transformative technologies to maintain operational continuity. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality data solutions that meet the needs of national security objectives.