Junior Data Engineer
Entry-level data engineer supporting the VA Modern Disability Claims program: writing and maintaining data pipeline code, cleansing claims/healthcare data, and debugging ETL/ELT pipelines under senior mentorship. Core stack is Python, SQL, and cloud-based data platforms; US citizenship and a Public Trust clearance are required.
- Compensation
- $85K–$105K / yr
- Location
- Vienna, VA
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Junior
- Employment
- Internship
- Experience
- 0+ years
- Category
- Data engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Must hold, or be able to obtain, a Public Trust clearance (active Secret or Top Secret also satisfies)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Data Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 0-3 years of experience in data engineering, software development, or a related field
- Familiarity with Python and SQL
- Willingness to learn ETL/ELT concepts and cloud-based data platforms
- Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn
- Ability to work collaboratively and receive feedback/mentorship from senior team members
Nice to have
- Coursework, internship, or project experience involving data pipelines or data engineering
- Exposure to Pandas, Git, or cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Familiarity with healthcare or claims data
Full description
SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.
At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.
Position Overview
SteerBridge is seeking a Junior Data Engineer to support the Modern Disability Claims program. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone early in their data engineering career to learn our claims data systems, contribute to pipeline development under the guidance of senior engineers, and build technical depth supporting a mission-critical VA program.
Key Responsibilities
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Write clean, well-documented code to support the development, maintenance, and improvement of data pipelines.
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Assist with data preparation, cleansing, and basic data quality validation across claims and healthcare data sources.
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Support senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving issues within existing ETL/ELT pipelines while applying standard debugging practices.
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Document data workflows, processes, schemas, and technical procedures as directed.
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Participate in code reviews and team development activities to build familiarity with coding standards, engineering practices, and collaborative workflows.
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Develop knowledge of the team’s domain, codebase, data schemas, and MDC data systems to support increasingly independent engineering work.
Required Qualifications
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Eligibility requirements: U.S. citizenship is required for this position under applicable federal contract requirements. Candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role, including a Public Trust clearance; an active Secret or Top Secret clearance also satisfies this requirement.
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Data Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
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0–3 years of experience in data engineering, software development, or a related field.