Senior Data Engineer (Hybrid Eligible)

Requisition Id 12631 

Due to the security clearance requirements of this position, we are unable to consider EAD and Green Card holders. Additionally, Visa sponsorship of any kind is unavailable for this position (H1B, F1, OPT, H4, J1, etc.).

Overview:

Our Emerging Technologies & Computing Team (ETCT) is hiring a Senior Data Engineer to provide scientific support for multiple protected data research projects! ETCT is in the Research Computing Division of ORNL’s Information Technology Services Directorate.

We work with the sponsors and researchers to develop, deliver, and maintain data pipelines and machine learning (ML) models. The KDI program serves to facilitate research activities on data that has been entrusted to ORNL by the U.S Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA), National Cancer Institute (NCI), and other agencies. As such, you will work on some of the most ambitious and impactful research and development programs in healthcare informatics, bioinformatics, and computer science.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with experts in science, health informatics, and artificial intelligence arenas.
• Build and launch new data/study marts and data models for the major national research programs.
• Develop high performance data architectures in a highly secured research environment.
• Work on a variety of data assignments; collaborate with scientists and engineers and expect to produce reliable data products and systems.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field of study and 8 - 12 years’ proven experience is required. An overall combination of equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experienced in ML for data science, statistics, and data visualization in a highly secure environment.
• Python workflow development.
• Programming experience in languages and technologies like Scala, Python, PySpark, NLP, XGBoot, Deltalake, Bash, Docker, Airflow, C, distributed computing, Java, and Rust.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field of study with 7-10 years’ proven experience OR a PhD in the same areas of study with 4-6 years’ proven experience.
• 10+ years of advanced, proven experience in SQL, programming, and scripting languages like Python or Scala.
• Experience with simulations, distributed computing, and ML.
• Experience in crafting big data analytics data systems and pipelines.
• Framework experience like Scala and Spark.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL architectures and tools.
• Experience with healthcare informatics.
• Prior experience working with VA CDW.

Special Requirements:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position requires the ability to acquire and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.

Benefits at ORNL:  

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [email protected] or call 1.866.963.9545.

In addition, we offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email [email protected].

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.