Data Engineer

Position: Data Engineer

Location: Centennial, CO

Clearance: TS/SCI Required

Grey Matters Defense Solutions stands at the forefront of developing advanced software solutions tailored to support the mission of the U.S. warfighter. With a commitment to excellence, we foster a culture grounded in a growth mindset, empowering our team to drive progress through bold actions, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. Our employees are dedicated to these core values, and together, we create impactful, mission‑critical solutions that redefine the cutting‑edge of defense technology.

Join us at Grey Matters Defense Solutions, where your work has purpose, and your contributions fuel the future of national security.

Must have a TS/SCI for all positions

About the job:

The position of Data Engineer is responsible for maintaining and designing new features for the data pipeline. The pipeline end‑to‑end goes from our Analyst to our Data Scientist on the program. This position is responsible for maintaining the collection of data from various sources, presenting data to the analyst, gathering and curating the inputs from the analyst, and producing the vehicle through which the Data Scientist can use the data created.

It requires a high level of problem‑solving skills, and the ability to research using vast amounts of resources to arrive at a solution. The position works closely with the Analyst and Data Scientist on the program to create a viable solution for the customer.

• Data Collection & Analysis
• Filter data prior to showing it to analyst based on needs of models
• Provide Analyst with platform to make annotations to data
• Collect and curate annotations from Analyst
• Maintain database where annotations and their related metadata is stored
• Provide and maintain Data Scientist’s access to database for the purpose of making datasets

• Python [Pandas, Num Py, PyTorch, Ultralytics]
• Docker
• Understanding of python data manipulation packages [Pandas, Num Py, PyTorch, Dask]
• Use of APIs (some that are documented and not documented)
• Understanding of relational database design and maintenance
• Understanding of Software Design Patterns and their implementations
• Ability to do own research and implement new solutions

• Python big data manipulation libraries (ex. PyArrow)
• Python distributed processing libraries (ex. Ray)
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CICD)
• Scaling pipeline architecture

$125,000 - $170,000 + 25% SEP

Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term, long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits such as accident, hospital indemnity, and wellness benefits.

• 25% (of salary) employer contribution distributed monthly to your SEP IRA
• Individual Benefit Account 25% (of salary) to pay for medical insurance premiums and funded time off
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health savings account
• Referral program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Grey Matters Defense Solutions, LLC complies with the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (CAIA) and maintains policies, controls, and oversight practices designed to mitigate algorithmic discrimination, promote transparency, and ensure responsible use of AI systems in accordance with Colorado law.