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Insight Xcite LLC
Data Architect / Data Engineer
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What they do
A Natural Language Processing Engineer specializes in developing and implementing algorithms and models tailored for understanding, processing, and generating natural language text. They utilize methodologies such as tokenization, parsing, named entity recognition, part-of-speech tagging, and other NLP techniques to perform tasks including text classification, chatbot development, and other applications where the primary input or output is natural language text.
$120,773 / year median in Virginia
Job Description
Job Requirements McLean, VA Top Secret/SCI Full Scope Polygraph Career Level not specified $170,000 - $220,000 Job Description About the role Insight Xcite is seeking a Data Architect / Data Engineer to support data acquisition, processing, integration, and management in McLean, Virginia. You will build and operate cloud-based data solutions and collaborate with engineers, customer stakeholders, and partner teams. Key Responsibilities
- Support cloud infrastructure and data management, including AWS environments.
- Build and execute ETL pipelines and integrate data flows with enterprise systems.
- Process data using Python and distributed data platforms, and support SQL and NoSQL data environments.
- Work across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments.
- Diagnose problems independently and communicate solutions clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences. Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience with cloud infrastructure, data management, and AWS.
- Experience with Windows, Linux, and macOS.
- Demonstrated experience with development environments including AWS, HDFS, Cloudera, Spark, Presto, SQL, and NoSQL.
- Experience conducting data processing activities and working with Python.
- Demonstrated experience building and executing ETL pipelines and integrating data flows with enterprise systems.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and proactively solve problems.
- Clear communication with technical and nontechnical audiences. Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of targeting workflows, tools, and environments.
- Experience with large language models and agentic workflows.
- Experience with graph databases such as Neo4j.
- Experience supporting a hard-target mission area. Clearance Requirement Applicants must currently possess an active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph (FSP). Insight Xcite does not sponsor or process security clearances at this time. Work Location This position is onsite in McLean, Virginia. Remote and hybrid work are not offered. What We Offer
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees.
- Flexible paid time off, subject to manager approval and business needs, plus annual Flex Bonus earning opportunities.
- Annual compensation and performance review process.
- 401(k) with immediate vesting and company contributions with no employee match requirement.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Insight Essentials lifestyle and wellness benefit.
- Company-supported pet insurance.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Professional development and career growth support.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Bonuses/Stipends