Cloud Data Platform Engineer; Azure​/AWS

At Leidos, we’re not just delivering solutions – we’re pioneering the future of defense and intelligence technology. Our diverse teams of innovators unite around a singular purpose: empowering our customers to succeed in their critical missions. We believe in leading with integrity, investing in our communities, and building sustainably for tomorrow.

Shape the future of digital defense.

Our Digital Modernization sector is at the forefront of next‑generation technology, architecting cutting‑edge solutions in cyber defense, logistics optimization, security operations, and decision intelligence. We’re the minds behind the mission‑critical systems that keep our nation secure.

Ready to engineer solutions that matter?

• Set technical operational direction for data infrastructure, governance, and platform engineering standards
• Partner with data science, analytics, and software teams to deliver high‑impact solutions
• Drive modernization initiatives
• Evaluate emerging technologies and guide adoption strategies across the organization
• Champion data security, compliance, and cost optimization in multi‑cloud environments
• Architect and implement scalable data pipelines, lakes, or warehouses using cloud‑native tools
• Lead Infrastructure‑as‑Code deployments
• Optimize distributed data processing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Databricks) for performance and reliability
• Oversee CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices for data platform components
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud data services to ensure uptime and resilience
• Work closely with developers, network engineers, and security teams to support cloud‑based applications and services
• Support cross‑functional coordination across engineering, cybersecurity, and program management teams
• Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement
• Ensure alignment with USCG mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Business)
• 12+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering
• Deep expertise in AWS (e.g., Redshift, Glue, S3, Lambda) and Azure (e.g., Synapse, Data Factory, ADLS)
• Proven track record of leading enterprise‑scale data platform initiatives
• Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and distributed computing frameworks
• Strong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance frameworks
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust and DoD Secret Clearance

• Prior experience supporting DHS, USCG, or other federal cloud modernization efforts
• Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, or other cloud‑native analytics platforms
• Familiarity with data mesh, lakehouse architecture, and real‑time streaming (Kafka, Kinesis)
• Strong documentation and cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Experience working with technical teams in cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT environments

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high‑stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.”

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.