Guidehouse
Junior Data Engineer
Arlington, Virginia · Junior · Internship
No sponsorshipDetected 35 days ago
PythonSQLAWSAzureData EngineeringUnity
About the role
- The Junior Data Engineer supports system-specific implementations that enable enterprise ingestion by assisting in the design, build, and operation of automated metadata harvesting pipelines that populate DHA-EDC content on reliable schedules.
- This role focuses on hands-on engineering using SQL/Python/R to develop connectors and extraction scripts, implement validation rules, and configure refresh frequencies to support completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of harvested metadata.
- Working closely (in-person and virtually) with source system SMEs, the Junior Data Engineer helps safely extract metadata from authorized sources and escalates tool constraints and design decisions to Architects within the approved architecture.
Responsibilities
- Collaborates in-person/virtually with source system SMEs to safely extract metadata from relevant sources and validate results during review cycles.
- Supports implementation and testing of automated metadata harvesting tools and ETL/ingestion workflows to enable real-time or scheduled extraction.
- Participates in defect triage and troubleshooting for failed harvest runs, refresh delays, or validation errors; documents findings and supports re-runs after fixes.
- Co-develops the metadata harvesting plan with Architects and program stakeholders; translates requirements into build tasks and technical documentation.
- Produces and maintains technical documentation for pipelines, connector configurations, validation logic, and refresh schedules to support sustainment and knowledge transfer.
- Familiarity with building or supporting connectors/extractors (e.g., relational sources, APIs, file-based repositories) and running scheduled jobs.
- Ability to collaborate with technical SMEs and follow structured validation and documentation processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree obtained
- 3 years of experience (or strong internship/coop experience) in data engineering, ETL/ELT, or pipeline development using SQL and Python.
- Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "Secret" security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Hands on experience with leading data cataloging solutions such as Collibra, Alation, Unity Catalog, Azure Purview, or AWS Glue.
Nice to have
- Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST".
- Candidates with an ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE OR PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
- Ability to meet the project's client security and access requirements.
- Working proficiency in SQL and Python
- familiarity with R is a plus for statistical validation and profiling.
Benefits
- Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
- Benefits Include
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
- Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Mobility Stipend
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "Secret" security clearance
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