Summary

As an IT Specialist (Data Engineer) in OPM's Office of the Chief Information Officer, you would lead the design, development, and optimization of enterprise data systems and pipelines that support OPM's mission. You would develop modern, secure, and scalable data solutions to improve decision-making and compliance with Federal IT and data policies.

Duties

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• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise data pipelines, including extract, transform, and load processes supporting large-scale data systems.
• Architect and implement data solutions using cloud platforms, modern data engineering tools, and relational and non-relational databases.
• Develop, test, deploy, and optimize data processing code to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Ensure data solutions comply with Federal, OPM, and CIO policies related to security, privacy, accessibility, and governance.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into data models and technical solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve data processing issues, including performance bottlenecks and data quality concerns.
• Document data architectures, pipelines, and processes and communicate technical information to varied audiences.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin
• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required
• You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office.
• This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit

Qualifications

Basic Requirement for the Information Technology Specialist, GS-2210 occupation: You must have Information Technology (IT) related experience demonstrating each of the following competencies:1)Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail;2)Customer Service - Works with clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services;3) Oral Communication - Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information; makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately; and4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations .Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.

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For the GS-12 Level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level (or equivalent), performing all of the following:

• Developing, testing, implementing, or maintaining data systems, data pipelines, or data processing jobs using data management tools, programming languages, or database technologies;
• Supporting data architecture, data governance, metadata management, data quality, security, or compliance activities for data systems in a cloud, hybrid, or enterprise environment;
• Applying extract-transform-load concepts, data modeling, database design, or data analysis methods to support business requirements and improve data availability, reliability, or performance;
• Troubleshooting data processing, integration, performance, or system functionality issues and recommending corrective actions for review or implementation; and
• Preparing technical documentation, status updates, requirements, recommendations, or implementation plans for review by technical teams, stakeholders, or customers.

For the GS-12 Level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level (or equivalent), performing all of the following:

• Designing, developing, testing, implementing, or maintaining data systems, data pipelines, or data processing jobs using data management tools, programming languages, or database technologies;
• Implementing data architecture, data governance, metadata management, data quality, security, or compliance solutions for data systems in a cloud, hybrid, or enterprise environment;
• Applying extract-transform-load concepts, data modeling, database design, or data analysis methods to meet business requirements and improve data availability, reliability, or performance;
• Troubleshooting and resolving data processing, integration, performance, or system functionality issues, including identifying causes and implementing corrective actions; and
• Preparing and communicating technical documentation, requirements, recommendations, implementation plans, or status updates to technical teams, stakeholders, or customers.

Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level or One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level.

You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Additional information

Relocation expenses will not be paid.

Incentive payments may be considered.

If you are unable to apply online and would like to request information about the Alternate Application process, please use the contact information at the bottom of this announcement.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM.

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility

requirements visit the following websites:

• Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A
• Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
• Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
• Other Special Appointment Authorities

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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