W2 - Data Engineer with Java - Reston, VA

Data Engineer with Java

Client Location: Reston, VA
Work Mode: 100% Onsite (5 Days a Week)
Employment Type: W2 only

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer with strong Java Full Stack Development experience to design, build, and support enterprise data solutions, cloud-native services, and modern data platforms. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Java enterprise development, AWS microservices, database engineering, CI/CD automation, and cloud infrastructure management.

Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) platforms and applications is highly preferred.

Required Skills

• Java Full Stack Development

• Data Engineering

• AWS Cloud Services

• Amazon ECS

• AWS Lambda

• Amazon EC2

• Amazon Redshift

• Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL

• SQL / PLSQL

• GitLab CI/CD

• Terraform

• REST APIs

• Microservices Architecture

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Preferred Skills

• Master Data Management (MDM)

• Enterprise Data Integration

• Data Governance

• Cloud-Native Application Development

• Production Support & Application Maintenance

Key Responsibilities Application Development

• Design, develop, enhance, and support enterprise-grade applications using Java and related frameworks.

• Build scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud-native applications.

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.

Data Engineering

• Design and implement enterprise data solutions supporting analytics, reporting, and operational business functions.

• Build and maintain data pipelines and integration services.

• Support Master Data Management (MDM) applications and related data services.

Cloud & Infrastructure

• Develop and support AWS-based microservices using:

  • Amazon ECS

  • AWS Lambda

  • Amazon EC2

• Implement infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform.

• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure for scalability and reliability.

Database Engineering

• Design and optimize solutions using Amazon Redshift and Aurora PostgreSQL.

• Develop, tune, and troubleshoot complex SQL and PLSQL programs.

• Ensure database performance, availability, and data integrity.

DevOps & Automation

• Build and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines.

• Automate deployments and operational processes.

• Support production releases and environment management.

Support & Collaboration

• Monitor and troubleshoot production issues.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, developers, business analysts, and operations teams.

• Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and best practice initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in Java Full Stack Development.

• Experience building enterprise data platforms and data engineering solutions.

• Expertise in AWS cloud services and microservices architecture.

• Strong experience with Redshift, Aurora PostgreSQL, SQL, and PLSQL.

• Hands-on experience with GitLab and Terraform.

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.

Location Requirement

• Must be willing to work onsite 5 days per week in Reston, VA.

• No remote or hybrid options available.

Experience

• 8+ years of overall IT experience preferred.

• Strong background in Java development, Data Engineering, AWS, and cloud-native technologies.