Senior Data Engineer
Company websitecaci.com (CACI, opens in new tab)
Base salary $103,800 to $218,100
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Arlington, VA
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- LocationArlington, VA
- WorkplaceHybrid
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a talented Sr. Data Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data engineering and experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust pipelines. This role requires deep understanding of data architecture, data warehousing, ETL processes and big data technologies. The Data Engineer will work closely with data scientists, analyst, and other stakeholders to ensure the seamless flow and integrity of data across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Build, maintain, and optimize data pipelines for extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) data from various sources into our data warehouse.
- Integrate large, complex data sets that meet functional and non-functional business requirements.
- Design and implement scalable and reliable data warehousing solutions.
- Extract data from various sources, transform it into a usable format, and load it into Azure data storage solutions such as Azure Data Lake Storage, - Azure SQL Database, or Azure Synapse Analytics
- Develop and maintain data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and other relevant Azure technologies
- Manage and optimize databases, ensuring data quality, integrity, and security.
- Automate manual processes, optimize data delivery, and re-design infrastructure for greater scalability.
- Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data needs and deliver high-quality data solutions.
- Document data flows, processes, and system architecture to ensure clarity and knowledge sharing within the team.
Qualifications:
Required:
- An active DoD Secret clearance.
- BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Analytics, or related field.
- 7+ years of related experience.
- Strong experience in data extract transform load (ETL) processes using Azure services, such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure SQL Database, or Azure Synapse Analytics.
- 6+ years’ experience and skill writing coding languages (such as SQL, Python, R, SAS, and Java Scripts).
- 4+ years’ experience working with projects involving machine learning, natural language processing, robotics process automation, artificial intelligence, text and/or data mining, as well as statistical and mathematical methods.
- Experience with using SQL to conduct complex database queries.
- Experience with AI/ML.
Desired:
- 4+ years of experience working within the DoD or IC Community.
- Master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, CS, or Data Analytics.
- Clearance: TS with SCI Eligibility.
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$103,800 - $218,100CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
Source: CACI on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($103,800) is above 8% of the 271 Data & ML roles in Virginia listed on this site; 8 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $150,000; the middle half runs from $119,700 to $187,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingSenior Data Engineer$103,800 to $218,100
SAP Functional Consultant – Procure to Pay (PTP) / Materials Management (MM)$105,100 to $231,100
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Cloud Infrastructure Systems Administrator- LINUX Admin$105,100 to $231,100
Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM Functional (SME)$105,100 to $231,100
Senior Principal Software Developer$105,100 to $231,100
Momentum Financials Technical Subject Matter Expert$105,100 to $231,100
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Data Engineer (this listing) | $103,800 - $218,100 |
| SAP Functional Consultant – Procure to Pay (PTP) / Materials Management (MM) | $105,100 - $231,100 |
| Exploitation Analyst (EA) | $105,100 - $231,100 |
| Cloud Infrastructure Systems Administrator- LINUX Admin | $105,100 - $231,100 |
| Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM Functional (SME) | $105,100 - $231,100 |
| Senior Principal Software Developer | $105,100 - $231,100 |
| Momentum Financials Technical Subject Matter Expert | $105,100 - $231,100 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-07
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Arlington, VA, US
$103,800 - $218,100
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