We are seeking an AWS Data Engineer to join our growing team. The qualified applicant will become part of the Enterprise Data Analytics Services (EDAS) program for a large federal agency in Alexandria, VA. Hybrid work structure - need to be available to work onsite in Alexandria, VA as needed.

The AWS Data Engineer is responsible for developing and supporting cloud-based solutions. These solutions include moving assets from on-premise to a cloud environment, evaluation, and optimization. The AWS Data Engineer will collaborate effectively with the team to ensure the team's success.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Work on automating the migration process in AWS from development to production.
• Create CFT deploying/updating cloud resources.
• Advise the engineering and software engineering team as they migrate from on-premise to cloud infrastructure.
• Optimize cloud workloads for cost, scalability, availability, governance, compliance, etc.
• Guide and/or provide hands-on support to administer production, staging, and deployment environments.
• Partner with multi-disciplinary teams to understand requirements and plan architecture and solutions.
• Apply insight and expertise across AWS services.
• Apply knowledge of scripting and automation using tools like PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ruby, Perl, etc.
• Working in data warehouse and AWS data environments.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Work experience in AWS (EC2, Glue, S3, Redshift, or Python programming).
• SQL coding and scripting experience.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience as an AWS Data Engineer or AWS Engineer.
• Experience working in data warehouse environments. ETL tools experience is a plus!
• Experience in database architecture and networking.
• Experience in software development tools and methodologies.
• Ability to proactively communicate, interact, and solve problems.

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or associated discipline.
• AWS certification is a plus!

Clearance Requirements:

• Ability to attain and maintain a Public Trust.

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Hybrid work
• Monday-Friday
• 9p-5p

Our hiring process is 100% online.

About Synectics:

Synectics is a solutions specialist company focused on federal data - gathering, storing, cleaning, analyzing, visualizing, reporting on, and making it meaningful for stakeholders and constituents. We call ourselves "Synecticians," because we fuse our ideas and disciplines in every deliverable. We assemble experienced SMEs and solution architects - from different walks of life -to deliver excellence in information technology and data management. It is a privilege to play a behind-the-scenes role in applications that improve the quality of life in America and promote the health and welfare of our citizens.

Our motto? Making Data Meaningful!

Employee Benefits:

Synectics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary and an impressive full benefits package that includes the following:

We pride ourselves on fostering an environment that supports professional development, growth, and diversity. 

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