Data Engineering Roles (Databricks) - Secret Clearance Eligible - LaunchCode : Job Details

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 (O'Fallon, 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, you'll put it to work for a mission that matters. We're 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. It's 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 you're ready to use your skills in a high-impact environment, this is your opportunity.

What You'll 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 We're Looking For (Federal Data Engineer)

• 3–10 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.
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree from an accredited university.

What We're 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.
• Bachelor's or Master's 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 they'll make the biggest difference.

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