Data Engineer, Level 3

Columbia, MD · Government/Military

Data Engineer, Level 3 (SE3) – TS/SCI w/ Poly

Location: Columbia, MD
Compensation Range: $183,000 – $223,000 (annualized USD)
Clearance Required: Must be a U.S. citizen with an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph

Description

We are seeking a Data Engineer (SE3) to support a new, high-priority initiative focused on aggregating and analyzing infrastructure data at scale. This team will build data-driven systems that provide visibility into what infrastructure was requested, what was provisioned, and where discrepancies exist—enabling proactive detection, alerting, and continuous improvement of deployment practices.

In this role, you will design and support data models across multiple database technologies to answer complex infrastructure and operational questions. You will collaborate closely with analytics engineers and subject matter experts to ensure data accuracy, scalability, and usability, while iterating rapidly in a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Design and implement schemas and data models across OLAP, graph, and document-oriented databases.
Optimize queries and data structures for performance, scalability, and reliability.
Partner with analytics engineers to shape how data models support reporting, analysis, and decision-making.
Translate analytical and operational questions into effective database design solutions.
Implement governance rules and validation checks to ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance.
Support ongoing iteration of data models as requirements evolve.
Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple teams to gather requirements and refine solutions.
Document data models, schemas, and design decisions to support long-term maintainability.

Skills Requirements

Proven experience working with OLAP, graph, and document-based database technologies (e.g., ClickHouse, Neo4j, Elasticsearch or similar).
Strong background in schema design, query optimization, and analytics support.
Ability to translate complex analytical questions into scalable data modeling solutions.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Experience supporting production data systems in dynamic environments.

Nice to Haves

Experience analyzing infrastructure, platform, or security-related datasets (e.g., network telemetry, system events).
General software engineering experience, including DevOps, ETL pipelines, or web application support.
Familiarity with Git and GitLab workflows.
Experience using Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence.
Experience working in environments that require frequent iteration and stakeholder collaboration.

Education & Experience Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline and 12+ years of relevant professional experience
OR
16+ years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree

Compensation & Employment Policy

Salary is determined by multiple factors, including location, education, experience, technical skill set, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $183,000 – $223,000 (annualized USD).

Benefits Overview

At Intezra, Inc., we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, financial security, and work-life balance:

Three CareFirst medical plans available; Intezra pays up to 100% of healthcare premiums and up to 100% of deductibles (based on plan selection) for employees and dependents
Intezra pays 100% for CareFirst Dental and Vision plans for employees and dependents
401(k): 15% company contribution (no match required)
PTO: 160 hours, increasing with seniority
12 Floating Holidays
4 Code Red Days

EEO Statement

Intezra, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.