Sr. Data Engineer (Engineering Lead)

Nava, a consultancy and public benefit corporation, is seeking a Senior Data Engineer (Engineering Lead) to join their mission of making government services more effective. This role offers an opportunity to lead a team of 6 engineers while working on meaningful projects that directly impact millions of Americans.

The position involves modernizing legacy enterprise platforms for government partners, focusing on improving public-facing processes and experiences. You'll be responsible for developing end-to-end systems, from strategy and planning through to post-production support. The role requires expertise in building scalable data ingestion and processing pipelines, implementing large-scale data ecosystems within cloud-based platforms, and working with technologies like AWS, FHIR/HL7, and various big data tools.

As a leader, you'll need 7+ years of experience in agile environments and 3+ years of team leadership experience. The role combines technical expertise with people management, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and government partners.

The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible remote work, 401(k) matching, parental leave, and professional development opportunities. The salary range is $135,900 - $153,000 annually. This is a remote position available to candidates in select US states, offering the chance to contribute to meaningful public sector technology modernization while maintaining work-life balance.

Working at Nava means joining a mission-driven organization that values human-centered design and modern engineering practices. You'll be part of a team that cares deeply about delivering solutions that improve people's lives, focusing on inclusivity, accessibility, and scalability in all aspects of the work.