LaunchCode is looking for both a Federal Data Engineer and Databricks Engineer to work at our partner company at Scott Air Force Base!
Position Type : Full-Time, Direct Hire
Location : Scott Air Force Base (OFallon, IL 62269) Onsite (may entertain hybrid)
Compensation : $80,000 $130,000 / year (DOE)
Clearance Requirement : U.S. Citizenship required. Must be able to obtain and maintain an Interim Secret Clearance.
Hiring Timeline : Immediate
Note : Company partner will be disclosed during the hiring process.
The Opportunity
Data is power and in this role, youll put it to work for a mission that matters. Were hiring a Databricks Engineer to design, build, and optimize large-scale data solutions that directly support federal operations at Scott Air Force Base.
This is not just another engineering job. Its a chance to :
- Work with the latest big data technologies (Databricks, Spark, Python, Scala, SQL).
- Onboard new use cases and design scalable frameworks that meet evolving mission needs.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to turn requirements into real solutions.
- Be part of a mission-critical team where your work drives national impact.
If youre ready to use your skills in a high-impact environment, this is your opportunity.
What Youll Do
Design and implement pipelines and frameworks within a Databricks / Spark environment.Onboard new use cases and evaluate solutions against platform baselines.Collaborate with leaders, project managers, and developers to gather and refine requirements.Oversee implementation phases to ensure accuracy, compliance, and reliability.Provide technical recommendations that align system roadmaps with mission priorities.What Were Looking For (Federal Data Engineer)
310 years of experience in a data-focused role (federal experience = a plus).Strong skills in SQL and Python (automation and analysis are your thing).Knowledge of databases and scripting.Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, or Redshift.Familiarity with visualization tools (Cognos, Tableau, Qlik, etc.).Strong ETL background : building pipelines, combining sources, optimizing flows.Teradata expertise (Multiloads, BTEQs, etc.) strongly preferred.Bachelors and / or Masters degree from an accredited university.What Were Looking For (Databricks Engineer) :
Interim Secret Clearance (or clearable with sponsorship).1+ years of hands-on Databricks development (only for the Databricks role)1+ years in Data Architecture, Modeling, Warehousing, Engineering, Science, or Analytics.3+ years with Python, Java, Shell, SQL, or R.Experience briefing senior leadership and working in complex environments.Bachelors or Masters degree required.Preferred : Experience with DoD networks, Spark / Databricks pipelines, big data frameworks, or developing technical roadmaps.
Why This Role Stands Out
Impact that matters : Contribute directly to national security.Cutting-edge technology : Hands-on with advanced big data tools.Career growth : Competitive pay, stability, and advancement in the Defense sector.Apply today and put your skills to work where theyll make the biggest difference.
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