ICF
Data Systems Engineer | Remote
ICF, Reston, Virginia, United States, 22090
ICF is seeking a Data Engineer to support the assessment and design of data systems to evaluate critical services to children in care. This position will work within our Children Welfare and Education Line of Business, where we partner with federal, state, and local governments and organizations to research, design, implement, and evaluate strategies to improve the lives of children, youth, and families. This position will evaluate existing data architecture and make recommendations for improvements. This position will also work with large data sets from legacy information systems, performing “data wrangling” activities to prepare the data for analysis. The Data Engineer will work with other project staff to conduct analyses, create visualizations, and provide reporting on process and performance measures that will support improved outcomes for children in care. Potential for up to 20% travel.Responsibilities:
Diagnose existing data architecture and data models to identify steps to transform/adapt for greater utility.Advise federal partners on needed improvements to existing data pipelines that facilitate smooth data flow from source to destination, including data warehouses and data models.Perform data wrangling tasks, including cleaning, validation, and merging of files to ensure data accuracy and quality.Create plans to improve data accuracy and quality to be implemented and monitored by users.Develop automated processes to transform raw data into more useful formats.Work with large datasets and databases from various sources including legacy systems.Work closely with researchers, subject matter experts, and analysts to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.Maintain clear documentation for data systems, processes, and best practices.Collaborate with project team and stakeholders to ensure data is able to produce actionable insights.Develop visualizations and reports to communicate findings effectively.Use machine learning algorithms to detect patterns and correlations in data.Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science or related field.Minimum of 5 years’ experience in data engineering or related roles.Proficiency in Python, SQL, and at least one other programming language.Minimum 1 year experience with data warehousing, ETL tools, and workflow management.Must be able to pass federal security clearance.Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree.Experience with child welfare or child immigration data sets.Experience with PowerBi and Tableau software, including connecting various SQL or API obtained datasets for reporting.Professional Skills:
Strong problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.Excellent verbal, oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills, including technical writing.Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.Working at ICF:
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is: $69,862.00 - $118,765.00. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
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Diagnose existing data architecture and data models to identify steps to transform/adapt for greater utility.Advise federal partners on needed improvements to existing data pipelines that facilitate smooth data flow from source to destination, including data warehouses and data models.Perform data wrangling tasks, including cleaning, validation, and merging of files to ensure data accuracy and quality.Create plans to improve data accuracy and quality to be implemented and monitored by users.Develop automated processes to transform raw data into more useful formats.Work with large datasets and databases from various sources including legacy systems.Work closely with researchers, subject matter experts, and analysts to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.Maintain clear documentation for data systems, processes, and best practices.Collaborate with project team and stakeholders to ensure data is able to produce actionable insights.Develop visualizations and reports to communicate findings effectively.Use machine learning algorithms to detect patterns and correlations in data.Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science or related field.Minimum of 5 years’ experience in data engineering or related roles.Proficiency in Python, SQL, and at least one other programming language.Minimum 1 year experience with data warehousing, ETL tools, and workflow management.Must be able to pass federal security clearance.Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree.Experience with child welfare or child immigration data sets.Experience with PowerBi and Tableau software, including connecting various SQL or API obtained datasets for reporting.Professional Skills:
Strong problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.Excellent verbal, oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills, including technical writing.Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.Working at ICF:
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is: $69,862.00 - $118,765.00. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
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