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CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc. Data Engineer in Arlington, Virginia
Data Engineer
Category: Software Development/ Engineering
Main location: United States, Virginia, Arlington
Position ID: J0326-1113
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Description:
CGI Federal is seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and manage data pipelines and systems. You will help clients manage large datasets to gain insights and improve decision-making. This position ideal for a candidate with strong foundational skills who is eager to grow their expertise in a fast-paced, agile environment. We take an innovative approach to supporting our client's mission of growing an enterprise analytics platform, working side-by-side using emerging technologies.
This position is located in Arlington, VA.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
Pipeline Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines using modern data engineering frameworks and cloud-based processing technologies.
Data Modeling: Work with data architects to define and maintain data models, ensuring clear relationships and efficient structures.
Data Transformation: Design and implement transformation workflows to produce curated datasets and a well-structured semantic layer supporting analytics and data consumption.
Optimization: Optimize and tune data workflows for performance, reliability, and scalability across distributed data processing environments.
Data Quality: Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the data lifecycle, implementing checks and validations.
Reporting Support: Assist in enabling data visualizations and BI reporting by ensuring curated data is readily accessible to downstream analytics tools.
Collaboration: Collaborate with stakeholders, including data scientists and business analysts, to define data requirements and deliver scalable, well-documented solutions.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
. Experience: 2–5 years of experience in data engineering or data management.
Technical Skills:
Core Engineering: Strong foundational skills in ETL/ELT design, data integration, and data pipeline development.
Languages: Proficiency in SQL and Python is required.
Distributed Processing: Experience working with distributed data processing engines and scalable compute frameworks.
Data Platforms: Hands-on experience with modern data engineering platforms supporting pipeline orchestration, transformation, and large-scale data management.
Modeling: Solid understanding of data modeling principles, database relationships, and schema design for analytics and operational use cases.
Cloud Ecosystems: Exposure to cloud-based data services and storage technologies across major cloud providers.
Version Control: Familiarity with code versioning, CI/CD practices, and collaborative development workflows.
Soft Skills:
Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
Experience working within enterprise data platforms such as Palantir Foundry, Databricks, or Azure Synapse.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.) for data engineering.
Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop).
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
Experience with workflow orchestration tools or job scheduling frameworks.
Understanding of data governance concepts, including metadata management, lineage, access control, and data stewardship.
Exposure to CI/CD practices, version control workflows, and automated testing in a data engineering context.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $218,200.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs
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Skills:
ETL
Python
SQL
What you can expect from us:
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
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