Data Engineer / Integration Specialist

About NDi:Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor that specializes in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas. Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply.Job Description:We are seeking a Data Engineer / Integration Specialist to support data modernization and interoperability initiatives for the VA under T4NG2. This role focuses on building data pipelines, enabling system integration, and supporting enterprise data exchange.This position is critical to improving data accessibility, interoperability, and decision-making across VA systems.Requirements:U.S. Citizenship is requiredMust be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.This position is primarily remote; however, must be able to come on-site in Washington, DC, as required.Qualifications and Experience:Bachelor degree in Computer Science or relatedMinimum of ten (10) years of relevant experienceCertifications in data engineering or cloud platforms are preferredExperience with ETL tools and data pipeline developmentProficiency in SQL and programming languages (Python, Java)Experience with APIs, microservices, and middlewareKnowledge of data modeling and architectureExperience with event-driven and streaming data architectures (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis, SQS/SNS)Experience integrating with VA Lighthouse APIs or enterprise API gateway platformsKnowledge of FHIR-based APIs and real-time healthcare data exchange patterns (not just HL7/FHIR formats)Experience working in AWS GovCloud environmentsFamiliarity with cloud-native data services (e.g., S3, Glue, Lambda, RDS, Redshift, Kinesis)Experience with data governance, lineage, and data quality frameworksUnderstanding of data security and privacy controls in regulated environments (PII/PHI, FISMA/FedRAMP)Experience with API-first integration patterns and microservices-based data accessExperience supporting legacy system integration (mainframe or monolith modernization)Familiarity with containerized data services (Docker/Kubernetes)Preferred Qualifications:Experience with healthcare data (HL7, FHIR)Experience supporting federal or VA data systemsKnowledge of big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop)Responsibilities:Design and develop data pipelines and ETL processesBuild and maintain APIs and integration servicesSupport data migration, transformation, and standardizationEnsure interoperability across systems and platformsWork with structured and unstructured data sourcesOptimize data performance and reliabilityCollaborate with analytics and application teamsWhy This Role Matters:Data Engineers enable the VA to unlock the value of its data, improving interoperability, analytics, and outcomes for Veteran services.Compensation and Benefits:At NDi, we value our team and are committed to retaining top talent by offering competitive benefits and compensation packages. Our employee benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurance. Our corporate benefits include 401(k) retirement matching, paid leave, paid holidays, and health and wellness programs. In addition, we provide employer-paid life and disability insurance, professional development, education benefits, and much more to ensure our team has the resources they need to thrive on and off the job.Veterans First Commitment:As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), NDi is dedicated to hiring veterans and providing a supportive work environment that honors their service while recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to our organization.Commitment to Diversity:Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.Apply Now: Take advantage of this unique opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing companies in Federal contracting!