M9 Solutions is seeking a Field Data Platform Engineer to work remotely in support of a government contract for a client located in Washington, DC. An active Secret clearance is required. The Field Data Platform Engineer will configure and maintain reliable data feeds from source systems into a data platform, design and implement data transformations, and build and configure applications to answer concrete operational questions.
Requirements
- Active Secret security clearance
- Strong engineering or quantitative background in fields such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Data Science (or equivalent practical experience)
- Proficiency in programming or scripting languages commonly used within the platform, such as Python (including PySpark, Pandas) and SQL
- Understanding of data modeling and object-based / ontology-driven design, including representing operational entities and workflows as objects, relationships, and actions
- Familiarity with distributed data processing frameworks (Spark or similar) and version-controlled development practices
- Experience working with AI-enabled data or decision support tools (agents, copilots, or similar)
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including field operators and mission owners
- Comfort operating in rapidly changing environments with evolving requirements and frequent iteration with end users
- Demonstrated ability to learn new platform features quickly, work independently, and make sound technical decisions with limited supervision
- Proven track record of clear customer communication, including gathering requirements, providing execution updates, and troubleshooting in high-stakes environments
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
