AWS Data Engineer

Job Family:

Software Development & Support (Digital)

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

We are seeking a highly motivated AWS Data Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate brings expertise in AWS cloud services, data migration, ETL processes, and automation, combined with strong Java development and DevOps skills. This role requires a balance of technical problem-solving, proactive contribution to design discussions, and hands-on implementation to drive modernization initiatives.

What You Will Do:

• Design, implement, and optimize data solutions on AWS, including migration pipelines, ETL workflows, and serverless architectures.

• Evaluate and recommend best-fit AWS services for business use cases, presenting options during architecture/design discussions.

• Automate provisioning and management of AWS Redshift, Glue, and related services using Terraform and DevOps practices.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in code and infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance.

• Collaborate across cross-functional teams, actively contributing hypotheses, options, and technical insights.

• Apply Java development skills to maintain and enhance web applications, delivering incremental improvements.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, Computer Science preferred

• Minimum of SIX (6) years' experience with strong expertise in AWS services for data engineering: Glue, Lambda, Athena, Redshift, S3.

• Hands-on experience with Terraform for AWS infrastructure automation.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently in fast-paced environments.

• Proficiency in Java development, with experience in building and supporting web applications.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence design and architecture decisions.

• Self-starter with the ability to balance independence and teamwork across Engineering, DevOps, and Architecture functions.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate

• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional (or equivalent certification).

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices, including Git, Terraform, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, and Docker.

• Prior experience in public sector or grants management systems (a plus).

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance includin