Data Architect

SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.Position OverviewSteerBridge is seeking a Data Architect (Mid-Level) to support operations and sustainment efforts for the aviation programs. This role will focus on designing, building, and maintaining scalable data architectures that support aircraft maintenance, logistics, performance analytics, and mission readiness initiatives.The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing modern data solutions, developing data pipelines, and supporting enterprise analytics environments within cloud-based ecosystems.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement scalable data architectures and data modelsDevelop and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines supporting analytics and reporting initiativesBuild and maintain cloud-based data platforms and warehousing solutionsSupport data integration across multiple structured and unstructured data sourcesCollaborate with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to support machine learning and analytics initiativesImplement data governance, security, and quality standardsMonitor and optimize database performance, scalability, and reliabilitySupport modernization efforts and migration of legacy data environmentsRequired QualificationsEligibility requirements: U.S. citizenship is required for this position under applicable federal contract requirements. Candidates must also be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Data Science, or related fieldActive security clearance or ability to obtain one6+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture or software engineer with a focus in backend dataStrong experience with:PythonSQLPandasPySparkNumPyGitExperience with data warehousing technologies such as:DatabricksRedshiftBigQueryApache HiveExperience developing and automating large-scale data environmentsFamiliarity with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-Learn is a plusPreferred QualificationsExperience designing conceptual, logical, and physical data modelsExperience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCPKnowledge of modern data lake and data warehouse architecturesExperience with Apache Kafka, Airflow, Spark, NiFi, or similar technologiesUnderstanding of big data ecosystems and distributed computing frameworksExperience supporting AI/ML workflows and analytics platformsKnowledge of data governance, security, and compliance best practicesExperience with CI/CD pipelines and software development best practicesExperience supporting defense, aviation, aerospace, or mission-critical programs preferredBenefitsHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife Insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with matchingPaid Time OffPaid Federal Holidays$145,000 - $170,000 a yearThe posted compensation range reflects the scope and requirements of this position. A final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and work location, along with the responsibilities of the position. Where applicable, contract requirements, wage determinations, and federal contract labor categories may also inform the offer.SteerBridge also offers benefits that may include health and life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, disability coverage, retirement savings, and professional development opportunities. Benefits vary by position and eligibility.SteerBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance during the application process, we encourage you to reach out so we can support your needs.If you would like information about how your application is processed, please contact us.