Data Platform Engineer
Accenture Federal Services· Defense & Federal IT Services· Aug 14, 2026 · 3mo agoPosted 74 days ago
Suitland, MD
Remote
Full-time
Mid
$115K–$166K est.
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Job description
At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
As a Data Engineer in this role, you will collaborate closely with various combatant commands, offering technical guidance for navigating the environment. This position is primarily remote.
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
Troubleshooting access control issues and resolving challenges related to missing Python libraries, ensuring seamless operations for all stakeholders.
Developing and maintaining Databricks notebooks and workflows, supporting the auditing of engineering practices across the Embedded Support Division (ESD).
Leveraging your expertise, you will utilize APIs from platforms such as Databricks, GitLab, and Confluence to collect and analyze project activity data throughout the entire lifecycle, from initial development through deployment and ongoing usage.
You will play a key role in assisting ESD leadership with the research evaluation, and implementation of new features and tools designed to enhance the technical environment.
Current initiatives involve integrating JIRA and GitLab to improve visibility into project activities and exploring the deployment of GitLab on SIPR WDP to bolster engineering capabilities at higher classification levels.
Managing the Central team’s GitLab repository will be a core responsibility, where you will establish standards for merge requests and code reviews.
Additionally, you will be instrumental in setting up and maintaining integrations between GitLab and Databricks, enabling a foundational CI pipeline that streamlines development processes within the team.
Exposure to tools such as DevSecOps, Jira, Confluence, and experience with API development and Python will be highly beneficial for success in this dynamic and impactful position.
Qualifications
Experience with any combination of the following:
Experience with GitLab, GitHub for repository management, merge requests, and code reviews
Proficiency in Databricks, developing and maintaining notebooks and workflows
Some experience API development and integration skills (Databricks, GitLab, Confluence, etc.)
Python programming skills
Ability to troubleshoot access controls and resolve issues with Python libraries
Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams
Nice to have:
Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices
Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for project management and documentation
Clearance
An active secret clearance is required with willingness to upgrade to a TS/SCI clearance.
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is: $81,000 — $154,700 USD
What We Believe
As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.
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We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.
Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
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