Sr Data Engineer

Location: US - VA, McLean, US - IL, Chicago, US - Remote (Any location)

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Family:

IT Architecture/Cloud

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and integrations that ingest, transform, and model data from enterprise systems
• Develop robust SQL‑based data models, including dimensional and star schema designs, to support analytics and reporting
• Implement and maintain semantic models that clearly define business logic and metrics
• Work independently to own end‑to‑end technical delivery, from requirements through implementation and validation
• Partner with Finance, Analytics, and Engineering stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
• Contribute to improving data quality, reliability, and maintainability across the platform
• Participate in design reviews and collaborate on architectural decisions, while remaining primarily hands‑on

What You Will Need:

• Strong hands‑on experience designing and building data pipelines and data integrations
• Deep expertise in SQL‑based data modeling and transformations
• Solid understanding of ETL/ELT patterns, semantic modeling, and star schema design
• Experience working with cloud‑based data platforms (data warehouse, lakehouse, or similar)
• Proven ability to work independently, take ownership, and deliver high‑quality solutions
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical designs to non‑technical stakeholders
• Comfort operating as a senior individual contributor, not a people manager
• Expert level understanding of Data Mesh concepts (Data products, Data governance, etc)
• Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years of relevant experience; Or 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience working with Domain specific data products ( Finance data or Finance‑related systems, HR Data, etc)
• Familiarity with configuring, maintaining, and administering modern data platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake), though specific platform experience is not required
• Experience operating in environments with evolving data sources and reporting requirements

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The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00. 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

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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

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