Title: Data Engineer
Location: Remote
Security Clearance: Public Trust (ability to obtain)
Travel: Minimal
About KACE:
When you make the decision to join KACE, you are choosing to work alongside talented professionals that have one thing in common; the passion to make a difference! KACE employees bring their diverse talents and experiences to work on critical projects that help shape the nation’s safety, security, and quality of life. The desire to have a career that is purposeful and forward thinking is woven into every KACE employee…it’s The KACE Way. KACE employees are; purpose driven, forward focused, open-minded, trustworthy and invested.
We’re proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work! This is an honor that reflects the voices of our employees and the culture we’ve built together. This certification recognizes our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging workplace where employees feel valued, heard, and empowered. At KACE, being a Great Place to Work means we prioritize professional growth, celebrate achievements, encourage collaboration, and foster an environment where innovation thrives.
The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees, to our customers, and to our communities. Join KACE and make a difference!
What You’ll Do
The Data Engineer plays a critical role in managing and processing data to support our organization's analytical and operational needs. This position involves working with data pipelines, databases, and architectures to ensure data quality and accessibility.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Analyze raw data from various sources.
- Develop and maintain datasets, schemas and models.
- Improve data quality and efficiency.
- Document data flows and mappings.
- Collaborate with data analysts, scientists and other stakeholders.
- Perform related duties as assigned, within your scope of practice – management reserves the right to revise these duties as necessary.
- Develop internal/external reports for information that is coming from ORR.
- Assist with buildout of data dictionary through SharePoint.
- Analyze data sets to ensure alignment to the overall organizational focus.
- Advise on updated reporting to capture data through mapping and format it into a useable format which can be easily interpreted by other departments.
- Bring innovation and creativity to legacy technologies and programs to drive/shift changes.
- Duties are performed via a government approved computer system. Employees are required to possess strong computer skills in MS Word and Excel.
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
- Preferred programming languages include SQL, Python, R, Tableau, and PowerBI.
- Preferred platforms include Microsoft Power Platform, Dataverse (CDS), and Power Automate.
- Experience in data engineering, development or analysis.
- Knowledge of data structures, algorithms and programming languages.
- Proficiency in database systems, tools and frameworks.
- Data visualization, communication and presentation skills.
- Must possess strong computer skills in MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
- Ability to type 55 wpm.
Work Environment
This is a remote opportunity where occasional travel could be required. Since this is a remote role, a dedicated workspace conducive to full videoconferencing (camera and audio) for facilitating webinars and online discussions.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time position that typically works business hours Monday through Friday. Hours may vary depending on needs and may at times include travel, evenings, or weekends to meet specific project requirements and time zones.
Condition of Employment
- Complete a rigorous culture and competency testing process
- Complete a Drug Test
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- A valid U.S. Driver’s license
- Have the ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance
Security Clearance/Background Check Requirements
- Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Internal background check to the satisfaction of contract requirements.
- Child Abuse/Neglect Report (CAN) or child protective services check with no adverse findings
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- U.S. Residency requirement - 3 cumulative years in the last 5 years.
Physical Demands
- Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees.
- Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 10% of the time.
- Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 10% of the time.
- Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type and use a telephone system 100% of the time.
- Sitting: Sitting for prolonged and extended periods of time.
For more information about the company please visit our website at www.kacecompany.com
KACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
KACE complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to recruiting@kacecompany.com.
