Data Engineer

Clearance Level None Category Data Science and Data Engineering Location Falls Church, Virginia (Hybrid Workplace) Key Skills For Success Data Governance Datasource Python Software Development SQL Query Development Unstructured Data ##### REQ\#:RQ225443 ##### Public Trust:None ##### Requisition Type:Regular ##### Your Impact Own your opportunity to be at the center of GDIT’s business operations. Make an impact by collaborating across functions to make mission success achievable. Job Description ------------------- As a Data Engineer at GDIT, you’ll power innovation to drive mission impact and grow your expertise to power your career forward. We are a fast\-growing AI and Data team within the Global CIO organization at GDIT. We design and deliver enterprise\-grade solutions that integrate AI, data, and human\-AI collaboration workflows across key business functions (e.g., Growth, Finance, HR, Legal, and Supply Chain). We are looking for a highly skilled Data Engineer (Agentic AI) who shares a passion for delivering data engineering for agentic AI applications and building an AI\-first data ecosystem foundational to enterprise AI transformation. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT: Design, build, and operate scalable end\-to\-end data pipelines and curated data products that support enterprise analytics and agentic AI use cases Integrate data from enterprise systems and external sources, including structured, semi\-structured, and unstructured data Deliver reliable data services for agentic AI workflows, including APIs, retrieval/indexing, and governed context delivery for AI agents Implement data quality, observability, and governance best practices across data pipelines and products Optimize performance and cost across storage, compute, orchestration, and serving layers Collaborate with cross\-functional teams, including business stakeholders, AI engineers, and software developers, to translate requirements into production solutions WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED Bring your expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Data Engineer must have: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Data Science, or a related field Experience: 2\+ years of experience delivering production\-grade data engineering across databases, data integration, data services, and data governance Role requirements: + Proficiency in programming languages (Python or Java) and databases (SQL and NoSQL). + Experience with enterprise\-scale data architectures and cloud data platforms such as Azure (preferred), OCI, or AWS. + Strong collaboration and communication skills in cross\-functional enterprise environments. Preferred Skills and Abilities: + Experience delivering data engineering for agentic AI applications. + Experience with retrieval\-based AI data foundations (document processing, metadata, embeddings, vector or hybrid search). + Familiarity with agent workflows and how agents interact with data services and tools in production. Experience with lakehouse architectures and cloud data platforms such as Azure (preferred), OCI (preferred), or AWS. + Experience in real\-time streaming applications or other high\-velocity solutions. + Experience leveraging AI tools to improve data engineering productivity and quality in coding, testing, and documentation. Location: Falls Church, VA (Hybrid, with the expectation the selected individual will work three (3\) days per week in office) US Person required GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI\-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Flexibility: Full\-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home Community: Award\-winning culture of innovation and a military\-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in data science and engineering at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your determination for solving complex data challenges ### Work Requirements Years of Experience 2 \+ years of related experience may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification Travel Required 10\-25% ### Salary and Benefit Information The likely salary range for this position is $81,349 \- $105,800\. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. ### Our Identity Verification Process As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes. ### About Our Work We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50\+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission\-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans