Data Engineer
Company: Haystack
Location: Washington DC-Baltimore Area (Remote)
Type: Contract
Remote: Yes
Posted: 2026-05-31
About this role
We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!
The Role
• Design, develop, and implement scalable data pipelines and platforms for organizing and transforming disparate data sources.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including analysts, developers, and data consumers, in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Support the assessment, design, development, and maintenance of robust data solutions for clients impacting critical missions.
• Gather and analyze requirements to ensure data engineering activities align with project goals and client needs.
• Work with diverse structured and unstructured data, leveraging modern data engineering techniques.
What You'll Need
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 2+ years of experience in software development using programming languages such as Python.
• 2+ years of experience with ETL operations on-premises or in cloud environments.
• 1+ years of experience with source control and collaboration tools like Git or Atlassian.
• Familiarity with relational and non-relational database technologies, including SQL or GraphQL.
• Understanding of automation and scripting on Linux or Windows operating systems.
What's On Offer
• Competitive annual salary ($62,000 - $141,000) plus potential for bonuses and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to work on mission-driven projects with significant impact.
• Professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs.
• A collaborative environment to sharpen analytical and data examination skills.
Apply via Haystack today!