Senior Data Pipeline Engineer

Job Description

In this role, you will dive headfirst into processing and optimizing massive datasets using Python and Spark. You won't just be managing data—you will be navigating complex network protocols, dissecting dataflows, and leveraging custom customer tools to transform raw inputs into powerful, actionable insights. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love untangling intricate data pipelines, and take pride in powering critical systems, this is the stage for you.

The annual base salary range for this role is $154,000-$182,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

• Python Mastery:
  Strong hands-on experience developing efficient, scalable automation and data processing scripts.
• Large-Scale Data Engineering:
  Proven experience leveraging Spark to build, optimize, and maintain massive-scale data processing pipelines.
• Network & Protocol Analysis:
  Solid background in network architecture, protocols, and deep packet/data stream analysis.
• Customer Tooling & Dataflow Expertise:
  Direct familiarity with customer-specific toolsets, internal dataflows, and specialized data processing frameworks.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, PLUS 7+ years of professional experience in cyber operations, network analysis, or data engineering OR Master’s Degree in a related field, PLUS 5+ years of relevant professional experience OR High School Diploma / GED
, PLUS 11+ years of specialized technical experience in lieu of a degree.

• Deep understanding of high-throughput data architectures and real-time streaming technologies.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize custom analytical workflows under complex data constraints.
• Excellent collaborative communication skills and a passion for working alongside cross-functional engineering teams.

Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn, earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done.

If you have the unique experience and expertise we are seeking, along with the desire and determination to invest your time and energy as a part of Nyla’s team,

Taking Care of All of You

Nyla provides a top-of-market compensation and benefits package. And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle.

The Nyla FLEX benefit program is designed to offer you flexibility in the 3 biggest areas of your life: your pay, your leave, and your schedule.

PAY
- Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company. You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract* (over 40 hrs/week). There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract!

LEAVE
- Want to spend more time with the family? Want more time to travel the world? You can BUY additional annual leave…