Senior Technical Lead for Data

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Technical Lead for Data to lead engineering and architectural efforts supporting the design, development, and maintenance of large-scale enterprise data systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in data systems architecture, cloud environments, and enterprise database products, with proven leadership managing high-availability mission-critical systems in federal environments.

You will oversee engineering teams, manage risk, develop technical performance metrics, and ensure the stable, secure, and efficient operation of data systems integrated with Identity and Access Management (IAM) and cloud platforms. As the Senior Technical Lead for Data, you will serve as the authoritative technical voice for all data-related workstreams, translating complex business and mission requirements into scalable, secure, and compliant data architectures while directly mentoring and guiding a team of data engineers. Sitting at the intersection of data engineering, cloud architecture, data governance, and technical leadership, you will collaborate closely with IAM engineers, platform architects, data scientists, security teams, and program leadership to ensure the data platform is modern, resilient, and aligned with federal data governance mandates and Zero Trust principles.

What will you do:

• Lead the design, development, evaluation, testing, and integration of organizational data systems infrastructure, including both hardware and software components.
• Ensure all systems meet stability, integrity, and efficient operation requirements in accordance with approved specifications; verify systems are properly maintained and optimized once operational.
• Provide technical support for acquisition documentation, milestone reviews, and key operational and test events throughout the program lifecycle.
• Oversee the systems engineering team and all engineering activities supporting organizational data and information systems, including networked software and associated operating systems.
• Execute and manage risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and plan cost, schedule, and execution plans for assigned projects.
• Develop and review technical performance metrics to track and communicate system health, delivery progress, and operational readiness.
• Plan, manage, and coordinate multiple concurrent tasks, each with strict deadlines across a large-scale, highly available system integrated with business-critical platforms.
• Drive continuous improvements and optimizations to database systems, data encryption, storage, and retention strategies.
• Collaborate with IAM engineers, platform architects, data scientists, security teams, and program leadership to ensure data solutions align with organizational goals, AWS GovCloud architecture, and IAM frameworks.
• Support agile development teams by assessing how enhancements, defects, and other requests impact the architecture and performance of the application.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of recent technological advances in computer science and engineering to inform architectural decisions and modernization efforts.
• Provide excellent written and verbal communication to stakeholders at all levels, including executive briefings, technical documentation, and team guidance.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA or 16 years with a HS diploma/equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Information Technology supporting complex data systems.
• 7+ years of experience working with IBM, Oracle, and cloud-based database products.
• Training and certification (mandatory) in target ICAM database products preferred, especially Oracle and DB2.
• Strong understanding of software development, enhancement, and maintenance lifecycles.
• Demonstrated experience with the planning, management, leadership, and coordination of multiple concurrent tasks with strict deadlines for large-scale, highly available systems integrated with business-critical platforms.
• Demonstrated expertise in data encryption, data storage, and retention policies in secure federal environments.
• Proven ability to perform complex technical tasks in a highly secure environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of IT systems, IAM, and AWS GovCloud services.
• Experience with agile/scrum methodologies.
• Expert knowledge of recent advances in computer science and engineering.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required agency clearance 
• Must be a US Citizen

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with federal IT programs, regulatory compliance, and federal acquisition documentation.
• Familiarity with enterprise data governance and security frameworks (NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP).
• Knowledge of cloud-native database and data warehousing technologies on AWS GovCloud.
• Experience supporting ATO processes, System Security Plans (SSPs), and continuous monitoring activities.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture principles and federal mandates (OMB M-22-09, EO 14028).