Data Platform Engineer

Altamira Technologies Corporation is hiring a Data Platform Engineer to support data engineering practices and tools for the Embedded Support Division. The role develops and maintains Databricks workflows, analyzes project activity through platform APIs, and improves GitLab, Databricks, and related integrations.

Responsibilities:

• As a Data Engineer in this role, you will collaborate closely with various combatant commands, offering technical guidance for navigating the WDP environment
• Your responsibilities will include troubleshooting access control issues and resolving challenges related to missing Python libraries, ensuring seamless operations for all stakeholders
• You will develop and maintain Databricks notebooks and workflows, supporting the auditing of engineering practices across the Embedded Support Division (ESD)
• Leveraging your expertise, you will utilize APIs from platforms such as Databricks, GitLab, and Confluence to collect and analyze project activity data throughout the entire lifecycle, from initial development through deployment and ongoing usage
• You will play a key role in assisting ESD leadership with the research evaluation, and implementation of new features and tools designed to enhance the technical environment
• Current initiatives involve integrating JIRA and GitLab to improve visibility into project activities and exploring the deployment of GitLab on SIPR WDP to bolster engineering capabilities at higher classification levels
• Managing the Central team’s GitLab repository will be a core responsibility, where you will establish standards for merge requests and code reviews
• Additionally, you will be instrumental in setting up and maintaining integrations between GitLab and Databricks, enabling a foundational CI pipeline that streamlines development processes within the team

Requirements:

• Experience with GitLab for repository management, merge requests, and code reviews
• Proficiency in Databricks, developing and maintaining notebooks and workflows
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps practices
• Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for project management and documentation
• API development and integration skills (Databricks, GitLab, Confluence, etc.)
• Advanced Python programming skills
• Ability to troubleshoot access controls and resolve issues with Python libraries
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience (approx. 8+ years in cloud/software engineering)
• Security Clearance: SECRET with the ability to obtain TS/SCI