As a Sr. Data Engineer II, you’ll support C2SET interoperability by validating, troubleshooting, and maintaining data exchanges between C2SET and external federated systems. This role ensures data accuracy, timing alignment, and standards compliance for Joint and Coalition training exercises by working closely with integration engineers, analysts, and Government stakeholders.
We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!
What you’ll do:
- Validate and test data exchanges between C2SET and external federated systems
- Troubleshoot data mismatches, malformed messages, and interface issues
- Maintain federation data, enumerations, and schemas across integration points
- Support Government analysts with timely and accurate data refreshes
- Ensure message integrity, timing alignment, and standards conformance
- Assist in maintaining compliance with federation interface and interoperability requirements
- Monitor and support data flows during exercises and Joint or Coalition events
- Document interface behavior, schema changes, and troubleshooting steps
- Collaborate with integration, modeling and simulation, and security teams to resolve data issues
What you’ll need to succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
- Have an active U.S. Government issued Secret clearance
- 7+ years of experience in data engineering, database engineering, or database administration
- Hands on experience with Python and SQL, including building or supporting ETL pipelines
- Experience designing, maintaining, or validating relational and unstructured databases in multi-tier environments
- Familiarity with structured data formats such as JSON and XML and data serialization concepts
- Experience testing, validating, and troubleshooting data interfaces or integrations
- Understanding of schema validation and configuration for distributed or federated data exchanges
- Ability to document interface changes and maintain compliance with defined data standards
Salary Range: $115,000 – $124,000
The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
- The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
- The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
- Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
- This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:
- Performance-based bonuses
- Company-paid training and/or certifications
- Referral bonuses
To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page: https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.
Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.
Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
What we want you to know:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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