Data Developer / Architect

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Data Developer / Architect in Washington, DC.

This role offers the opportunity to design, build, and optimize data systems that support mission-critical operations in a federal healthcare environment. You will work remotely or in a hybrid setting to create scalable data architectures, integrate multiple data sources, and develop pipelines that enable analytics, reporting, and secure data access. Collaborating closely with project managers, analysts, and stakeholders, you will ensure data platforms are reliable, performant, and compliant with industry standards. The position combines hands-on technical development with strategic architecture planning, giving you a direct impact on operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and improving services for end-users.

Accountabilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data architectures and ETL pipelines to support clinical and operational data needs.
• Integrate data from multiple healthcare and call center systems for seamless interoperability.
• Develop and optimize ETL processes for efficient data ingestion, transformation, and storage.
• Maintain databases, data warehouses, and data lakes, ensuring data integrity, security, and performance.
• Implement data governance, quality assurance, and compliance standards across all platforms.
• Collaborate with analysts and stakeholders to define data requirements and deliver actionable insights.
• Develop APIs and data services for secure access to data assets.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve data-related issues, identifying opportunities for system improvements.
• Document data architecture, data flows, and technical specifications.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, cloud platforms, and best practices in data engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or related field.
• 3-10 years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, database development, or similar technical roles.
• Strong experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Proficiency in data pipeline development using SQL, Python, Spark, or ETL platforms.
• Experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., Azure) and data warehousing solutions.
• Knowledge of data modeling, integration, and API development.
• Familiarity with data governance, security, and compliance standards in healthcare or regulated environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities, including technical documentation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active VA Public Trust.
• Prior experience supporting federal healthcare programs.
• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Data Engineering, Computer Science, Health Informatics, or related discipline.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Kafka) and analytics platforms.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Knowledge of healthcare data standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR) and interoperability frameworks.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, tailored to experience, location, and skills.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Matching 401(k) and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Training and education assistance programs for professional development.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Employee recognition, referral programs, and spot bonuses.
• Remote-first or hybrid work environment with opportunities to attend on-site meetings as needed.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!