As a Lead Data Engineer at COPSSC, you will join a dynamic and innovative team to drive the development of robust data solutions. Your primary responsibilities include designing and implementing scalable data architectures, overseeing ETL processes, and ensuring data quality and integrity. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify data needs, develop data pipelines, and build automated workflows using cutting-edge technologies. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, proficiency in SQL, Python, and Java, and a strong understanding of big data tools such as Hadoop and Spark. This role requires expertise in managing large-scale datasets and solving complex business problems within the federal government domain, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while delivering high-quality data solutions.
Design and implement data engineering solutions to support business intelligence needs.
Optimize data pipelines for efficiency and reliability in processing large datasets.
Develop ETL processes to integrate diverse data sources into a unified platform.
Ensure data quality and integrity through rigorous testing and validation procedures.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of best practices.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s Degree required
Extensive experience in data engineering and architecture
Proficiency in big data technologies and cloud platforms
Strong skills in programming languages like Python or Java
Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes
Knowledge of machine learning and statistical analysis tools
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Market check
Salary context
This
$197,300–$225,100
range sits above
80%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$125,050–$204,700
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$126,800–$209,187
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Capital One Financial
Capital One Financial is a bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings products, known for its data-driven approach to consumer and commercial finance. Industry: Financial Services & Banking
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Listed pay typically runs
$197,300–$225,100
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