Data Engineer – Data Project Lead

BCT Partners

Data Engineer leading data management solutions for Head Start and Early Head Start programs. Overseeing design, development, and implementation of data engineering projects to enhance organizational performance.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerETLOraclePostgresPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the design, development, and implementation of data management, reporting, workflow automation, and system integration solutions that support Head Start and Early Head Start programs
Lead data projects, infrastructure, and automation initiatives to improve grant administration, operational efficiency, data quality, and decision-making while ensuring systems are scalable, secure, and reliable
Provide technical leadership, project oversight, and continuous improvement efforts to deliver innovative data solutions that support organizational performance and improve outcomes for children and families
Manage complex data engineering projects from planning through deployment, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and aligned with business requirements
Design and maintain data pipelines, ETL processes, databases, data warehouses, and reporting systems
Develop and manage API integrations and automated workflows across multiple systems and platforms
Establish and enforce data governance, data quality, security, and compliance standards
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement process and technology improvements
Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Relevant certifications in project management, Agile methodologies, cloud technologies, data engineering, or related disciplines are a plus
At least 10 years of relevant post-baccalaureate professional experience in data engineering, data management, database administration, system integration, business intelligence, analytics, or related technical fields
Minimum 3 years of progressive supervisory or team leadership experience
Demonstrated experience leading complex, high-profile, multi-faceted data projects
Experience overseeing enterprise data solutions, workflow automation initiatives, and system integrations
Experience working with federal information systems preferred
At least 1 year of experience supporting Head Start, Early Head Start, or early childhood education programs highly preferred
Advanced knowledge of database design, data modeling, ETL development, data warehousing, and enterprise data architecture
Strong proficiency in SQL and Python
Experience with API development, system integration, and workflow automation
Knowledge of data governance, data security, and information management best practices
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure
Familiarity with Docker, Confluence, and related development tools
Experience working with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, and other relational databases
Experience applying artificial intelligence technologies within data engineering, analytics, or automation environments preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Partially subsidized medical, dental and vision coverage
Fully vested 401k plan with company match
Company paid life and disability insurance plans
Paid family leave
Generous paid time off policy

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Hard Skills & Tools

data managementreportingworkflow automationsystem integrationdata engineeringETL developmentdatabase designdata warehousingSQLPython

Soft Skills

technical leadershipproject oversightcollaborationtroubleshootingcommunicationcontinuous improvementstakeholder engagementorganizational performancedecision-makingsupervisory experience

Certifications

project management certificationAgile certificationcloud technologies certificationdata engineering certification