Job Description

Environmental Data Engineer
Location: Rolla, MO 
Salary: $75,000 - $80,000

Do Work That Matters—Build the Systems Behind the Science.

The skills have been developed, now it’s time to use them for something bigger. As an Environmental Data Engineer supporting the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), your work directly supports climate science, emergency response, water resource planning, and more. This is a chance to put your technical craft in service of something lasting.

The Environmental Data Engineer will help design and maintain the data infrastructure that makes nationwide environmental research possible. Whether you’re writing optimized SQL, automating data pipelines with Python, or deploying systems in AWS, you’ll be part of a collaborative team focused on building data workflows that are clean, scalable, and reliable. Additionally, the role contributes to a culture that values transparency, version control, and automation—ensuring the work is not just effective, but sustainable.

Curious where your work could lead? Contact Josh at Joshua.dorsey@xts-inc.com to start the conversation.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field AND 4+ years of relevant experience with active certifications OR 8+ years of hands-on experience without a degree
• Strong experience writing efficient SQL and working with PostgreSQL to manage large datasets and high-throughput systems
• Proficient in Python for automating workflows and moving data through ingest, transform, and delivery stages
• Comfortable working in cloud and hybrid environments, especially using AWS tools like EC2, S3, and RDS
• Familiar with Git/GitLab and CI/CD pipelines to support stable, automated deployments

At XTS, we believe in taking care of our employees as much as we take care of our clients. As a veteran-owned company, we understand the importance of community, service, and fostering a culture where each team member can thrive. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in the comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities we offer. We offer tailored health care plans that fit your lifestyle, along with dental and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and a 401K with employer matching to secure your financial future. XTS is deeply committed to providing continuous training and career advancement opportunities, fostering the development of future leaders. We take pride in delivering elite workforces to the Intelligence Community, making a real-world impact on critical missions. Join us and experience a company that invests in your success and professional growth.

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