Data Engineer - II

Role: Data Engineer II

Job Type: Full-time

Years of Experience: 3+

Work Arrangement: On-site, in-office (this is not a remote or hybrid position)

Location: Durham, NC (approx. 15% travel to customer and deployment sites)

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance

About Kognitiv Edge:

Kognitiv Edge (KE) is a mission-driven technology company dedicated to optimizing human performance across the defense and national security enterprise. We believe people are any organization's most important capability, and our mission is to deliver the data, technology, and insights that maximize readiness, resilience, and performance at scale.

We build secure, cloud-native platforms that turn fragmented information into actionable intelligence for the military leaders, healthcare providers, researchers, and operators who depend on it. By integrating data from disparate sources and applying advanced analytics, we help organizations make faster, better-informed decisions that shift them from reactive responses to proactive, data-driven action and improve mission outcomes.

Operating at the intersection of technology, data, and national security, our work supports some of the most demanding environments in the world, where the quality of a decision can carry enormous consequences.

We are a team of builders, problem-solvers, and innovators who thrive on complex challenges with real-world impact. If you are passionate about technology that serves a greater purpose, committed to continuous learning, and eager to work alongside high-performing teammates, we invite you to join us.

Position Summary:

Kognitiv Edge is seeking a Data Engineer II to help build and maintain the data infrastructure that powers our human performance platforms. You will work alongside senior engineers, software developers, product leaders, and mission stakeholders to develop scalable data pipelines, integrate diverse data sources, and ensure data is reliable, secure, and accessible.

This role is ideal for a strong engineer looking to expand their technical depth, take ownership of critical systems, and grow into a senior data engineering role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and data integration solutions.
• Build and support integrations with APIs, databases, wearable technologies, enterprise systems, and third-party platforms.
• Develop processes for ingesting, transforming, validating, and operationalizing structured, semi-structured, and time-series data.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data quality, performance, reliability, and scalability issues across the platform.
• Assist in the design and maintenance of data models, schemas, and storage architectures that support analytics and operational needs.
• Support data governance initiatives, including metadata management, lineage tracking, auditability, and data quality standards.
• Implement monitoring, logging, alerting, and observability capabilities to ensure platform health and reliability.
• Create and maintain datasets that support reporting, dashboards, analytics, machine learning, and AI initiatives.
• Collaborate with software engineers, product leaders, analysts, and mission stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Contribute to the development of trusted, reusable, and secure enterprise data assets.
• Participate in technical planning, architecture discussions, sprint activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Document technical designs, workflows, operational procedures, and engineering best practices.
• Continuously evaluate and improve data platform performance, scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Support Kognitiv Edge's mission of transforming complex human performance data into actionable insight for military and government organizations.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in data engineering, software engineering, analytics engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Experience building and maintaining data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows.
• Understanding of relational databases and data modeling fundamentals.
• Experience working in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Azure-native security tooling (e.g., Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Policy, Key Vault, Sentinel).
• Familiarity with DoD or federal compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP, or DoD STIGs.
• Experience developing data visualizations, dashboards, and reporting solutions using Power BI, Grafana, or similar business intelligence platforms.
• Experience integrating SAST/DAST/SCA tooling (e.g., SonarQube, Snyk, Trivy) into pipelines.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, Azure Security Engineer Associate, CKS).
• Experience supporting accreditation or Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Familiarity with observability stacks and SIEM tooling.

Benefits:

Benefits of Joining Kognitiv Edge

Competitive Compensation Package: At Kognitiv Edge, we understand the value of our team members and offer competitive salaries and benefits to reflect their importance in our success.

Health and Wellness Programs: We prioritize the health and well-being of our employees with comprehensive health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and wellness initiatives.

Professional Growth Opportunities: Kognitiv Edge is committed to the continuous professional development of our team. Enjoy access to a range of training programs, workshops, and conferences to enhance your skills and career growth.

Innovative Work Environment: Join a team where innovation thrives. Work on cutting-edge projects that challenge and expand your technical and creative boundaries.

Paid Time Off: Enjoy generous vacation days, public holidays, and sick leave, ensuring you have ample time to relax and recharge.

Team Building Activities: Be a part of a company culture that values collaboration and camaraderie through regular team outings, events, and activities.

Join Kognitiv Edge and be a part of a dynamic team, contributing to groundbreaking solutions in human performance and operational excellence.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This is a full time in-office position. Are you able to work in office full time?
• Will you be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance?
• Are you willing to take a drug test, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Work Location: In person