Senior Databricks Developer
Fully Remote - US
Senior Databricks Developer
Full Time • Fully Remote - US
Matrix Systems and Technology, Inc. (MSTi)
About Matrix
Established in 1996, Matrix Systems and Technology, Inc. (MSTi) provides IT and engineering services to federal, state and local government and commercial clients. Our work includes software testing and quality assurance, project management, requirements analysis, implementation support and IT staff augmentation.
Position Overview
Must Have a IRS MBI or Public Trust Clearance!
Must Have a IRS MBI or Public Trust Clearance!
Marix is seeking an experienced Senior Databricks Developer to support a major IRS modernization initiative. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience developing and implementing data solutions using Databricks and AWS, along with a strong background in software engineering, data processing, and cloud-native development.
In this role, you will analyze complex business and technical requirements, design and develop scalable solutions, conduct code reviews, troubleshoot application issues, and support the delivery of high-quality software products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and may provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement scalable data solutions using Databricks and AWS
- Analyze and interpret complex business and technical requirements
- Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions
- Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to development standards and best practices
- Perform debugging, testing, optimization, and enhancement of existing applications
- Respond to production issues and deliver timely software updates and fixes
- Collaborate with stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams to deliver mission-critical solutions
- Identify opportunities for innovation and recommend improvements to existing architectures and processes
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering team members as needed
- Support Agile development processes and participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
Required Qualifications
- Active IRS MBI or Public Trust Clearance
- Current Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of professional software development or data engineering experience
- Hands-on experience with Databricks
- Hands-on experience with AWS
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies
- Experience conducting code reviews, testing, debugging, and performance tuning
- Experience supporting large-scale enterprise applications and data platforms
Preferred Qualifications
- Python development experience
- SQL development and optimization experience
- Experience developing data pipelines and cloud-native applications
- Experience with data analytics and large-scale data processing environments
- Experience leading technical teams or mentoring engineers
- Experience working in federal government environments, particularly within the IRS
- Experience with Palantir is a plus
Professional Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Experience working in Agile environments
- Self-starter with a commitment to continuous learning
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a high-performing team
Why Join Matrix?
- Support high-impact IRS modernization and transformation initiatives
- Work with cutting-edge cloud and data technologies including Databricks and AWS
- Join a growing company with a decade-long track record supporting the IRS
- Collaborate with experienced federal technology professionals
- Enjoy a flexible, remote work environment
- Work on mission-focused programs that directly support one of the nation's largest federal agencies
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Databricks experience do you have?
- How many years of Data engineering experience do you have?
- How many years of AWS experience do you have?
- Have you worked at the IRS within the last two (2) years?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: Remote
This is a remote position.
Compensation: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year
Matrix Systems and Technologies Inc., is a leading information technology solutions provider based in the Washington, DC metro area.
We have provided services in full life-cycle engineering analysis, strategic planning, testing and process management for clients across the North-eastern corridor since 1996. Our client base includes; The State of Maryland, Maryland State Department of Education, Prince George’s County Maryland, IRS, Northrop Grumman, Computer Sciences Corporation, SAIC, Lockheed Martin, American University, and the Department of Health and Human Services.
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