Senior Data Engineer; TS​/SCI; S

Apply for the Senior Data Engineer (TS/SCI) {S} role at ARKA Group, LP
.

We are looking for a Senior
Data Engineer/Scientist to tackle new challenges in AI/ML across large language models, natural language processing, and time‑series predictive analytics. Our team of researchers and software developers mentors and teaches craft.

This is an on‑site position located in Aurora, Colorado.

• Assemble large, complex data sets for AI/ML algorithm implementation
• Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements, redesign infrastructure for scalability, optimize data delivery, and automate manual processes
• Build required infrastructure for optimal extraction, transformation, and loading of data from various sources
• Curate and maintain data supporting metrics and evaluation
• Design, build, test, maintain, and automate data collection pipelines
• Develop dashboards for data analytics
• Implement AI/ML algorithms
• Use Agile methodologies to develop software

• BS in Data Science, AI/ML, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a Data Engineer/Scientist
• Experience developing data pipelines and normalizing data with canonical Python packages (e.g., Num Py, Pandas, Polars)
• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Willingness to obtain a Counter Intelligence (CI) or Full‑Scope Polygraph (FSP)

• MS or Ph.D. in Data Science, AI/ML, Computer Science, or related field
• Experience with Git Lab, Dev Sec Ops , test‑driven development, containers (e.g., Docker, Docker Compose), cloud services (e.g., AWS), and distributed computing tools (e.g., Spark, PySpark)
• Active TS/SCI with a recent Counter Intelligence (CI) or Full‑Scope Polygraph (FSP)

$125,000 - $195,000. Your actual level and base salary will be determined based on job‑related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

The application window will close in 60 days for this position.

Aurora, Colorado – near the Rocky Mountains, 20 minutes from downtown Denver and 15 minutes to Denver International Airport.

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with industry‑leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company‑paid life insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term and Long‑Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

This job operates in a professional office environment. Duties require keyboard use, communication, listening, and interpreting instructions, remaining stationary for extended periods. Ability to move around campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations available.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodations by emailing staffing or calling  (press 2 for Human Resources).

Active TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance required.

No visa sponsorship available.

Employment contingent upon satisfactory completion of credit check, background check, and drug screen.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Information Technology
• Industries:
  Defense and Space Manufacturing