Job Title: Senior Data Engineer

Location(s): Raleigh, NC OR Charlottesville, VA

Workplace: Hybrid - Due to in-office requirements, candidates must be local to either Raleigh, NC or Charlottesville, VA. Relocation assistance is not available

Clearance Required: Not required, BUT YOU MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR A CLEARANCE

Position Overview:

Elder Research, Inc. (ERI) is seeking to hire a Senior Data Engineer with strong engineering skills who will provide technical support across multiple project teams by leading, designing, and implementing the software and data architectures necessary to deliver analytics to our clients, as well as providing consulting and training support to client teams in the areas of architecture, data engineering, ML engineering and/or related areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of Python for data analysis and engineering tasks, a demonstrated ability to create reports and visualizations using tools like R, Python, SQL, or Power BI, and deep expertise in Microsoft Azure environments. The candidate will play a key role in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including software developers, cloud engineers, architects, business leaders, and power users, to deliver innovative data solutions to our clients.

This role requires a consultative mindset, excellent communication skills, and a thorough understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Candidates should have 7-12 years of relevant experience and experience in client-facing or consultative roles. The role will be based out of Raleigh NC or Charlottesville VA and will require 2-4 days of Business Travel to our customer site every 6 weeks.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Engineering & Analysis:

• Develop, optimize, and maintain scalable data pipelines and systems in Azure environments.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to extract insights and support business decision-making.
• Create detailed and visually appealing reports and dashboards using R, Python, SQL, and Power BI.

Collaboration & Consulting:

• Work closely with software developers, cloud engineers, architects, business leaders, and power users to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
• Act as a subject-matter expert in data engineering and provide guidance on best practices.
• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable business insights for stakeholders.

Azure Expertise:

• Leverage Azure services such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Blob Storage for data solutions.
• Ensure data architecture is aligned with industry standards and optimized for performance in cloud environments.

SDLC Proficiency:

• Follow and advocate for SDLC best practices in data engineering projects.
• Collaborate with software development teams to ensure seamless integration of data solutions into applications.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: 7-12 years in data engineering, analytics, or related fields, with a focus on Azure environments.
• Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Technical Skills:

• Programming: Advanced expertise in Python; experience with R is a plus.
• Data Tools: Proficient in SQL, Power BI, and Azure-native data tools.
• Azure Knowledge: Strong understanding of Azure services, including data integration, storage, and analytics solutions.
• SDLC Knowledge: Proven track record of delivering data solutions following SDLC methodologies.
• Consultative Skills: Strong client-facing experience with excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Due to Customer requirements Candidates must be US Citizens or Permanent Residents of the United States of America.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Certifications in Azure (e.g., Azure Data Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect).
• Familiarity with Azure Functions, Event Grid, and Logic Apps.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks and big data processing tools (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for data engineering workflows.

Why apply to this position at Elder Research?

1. Competitive Salary and Benefits
2. Important Work / Make a Difference supporting U.S. national security.
3. Job Stability: Elder Research is not a typical government contractor, we hire you for a career not just a contract.
4. People-Focused Culture: we prioritize work-life-balance and provide a supportive, positive, and collaborative work environment as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
5. Company Stock Ownership: all employees are provided with shares of the company each year based on company value and profits.

About Elder Research, Inc

People Centered. Data Driven

Elder Research is a fast growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics. Being in the data mining business almost 30 years, we pride ourselves in our ability to find creative, cutting edge solutions to real-world problems. We work hard to provide the best value to our clients and allow each person to contribute their ideas and put their skills to use immediately.

Our team members are passionate, curious, life-long learners. We value humility, servant-leadership, teamwork, and integrity. We seek to serve our clients and our teammates to the best of our abilities. In keeping with our entrepreneurial spirit, we want candidates who are self-motivated with an innate curiosity and strong team work.

Elder Research believes in continuous learning and community - each week the entire company attends a “Tech Talk” and each office location provides lunch. Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies. By prioritizing a healthy work-life balance - with reasonable hours, solid pay, low travel, and extremely flexible time off - Elder Research enables and encourages its employees to serve others and enjoy their lives.

Elder Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Elder Research is a Government contractor and many of our positions require US Citizenship.