Data Engineer — Software Prototyping

Job overview

The Data Engineer — Software Prototyping role is onsite in Reston, VA. Salary is $160,000–$165,000 per year. Invictus supports government and national security missions through technology and services, including modernization, cybersecurity, intelligence, and systems integration. The role develops and deploys software prototypes and data-management capabilities for intelligence operations. It translates operational requirements into functional solutions, supporting data ingestion, AI/ML integration, cross-system exchange, and secure software delivery in collaboration with data, security, and project teams.

What you'll do

• Develop software prototypes and data ingestion and integration capabilities
• support AI/ML algorithm development and deployment with Data Scientists
• conduct code reviews
• coordinate system enhancements with Data Management Tool Administrators
• develop APIs and interfaces for cross-system data exchange
• implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines
• coordinate technical development with the IT Project Manager
• work with the ISSE on security requirements
• support cross-domain data transfer and system integration.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

data engineer

software prototyping

reston va

invictus international consulting

intelligence community

ts/sci

ci polygraph

data ingestion

ai/ml

api design

automated testing

ci/cd

$160k–$165k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph, plus four years of directly related technical experience. A bachelor's degree is required, with four additional years of experience substitutable for the degree.

About the employer

Invictus International Consulting, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.