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Tableau Developer/Software Engineer, Level 4

SoundWay
On-site
Herndon, Virginia, United States








































































YOUR FUTURE AWAITS
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LOCATION: 		Herndon, VA
TRAVEL: None
START DATE: Desired start date:  As Soon As Possible
JOB

DESCRIPTION: 		As a Tableau Developer/Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining advanced Tableau-based data visualization solutions for a high-security Government customer. Your primary responsibility will be to create interactive dashboards and reports that enhance decision-making and streamline business processes. Working closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, you will transform complex business requirements into technical specifications, ensuring that each solution is optimized for performance, scalability, and usability.

In addition to your Tableau development expertise, you will be responsible for performing unit testing, troubleshooting, and ensuring that all deliverables meet high-quality standards and regulatory compliance. This position requires you to collaborate closely with development teams and customers, providing technical guidance and troubleshooting support. As part of an Agile environment, you will be expected to work iteratively, delivering value quickly while maintaining high standards of code quality and security. The role demands a deep understanding of data modeling, SQL, and advanced Tableau features, including calculations and statistical functions.
   Job Duties Tableau Development & Reporting

  • Design and develop complex Tableau dashboards and data visualizations to support business and operational goals.

  • Conduct unit testing to ensure scalability, manageability, performance, and reusability of reports.

  • Implement and maintain Tableau-driven analytics solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements.

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to refine reporting needs and deliver actionable insights.

  • Troubleshoot and optimize Tableau reports and dashboards to improve performance and user experience.


Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Partner with customers and business teams to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting requirements.

  • Provide technical expertise and guidance in Tableau report design, architecture, and implementation.

  • Maintain effective communication with project teams to ensure requirements are met and expectations are exceeded.

  • Work in an Agile environment, participating in regular sprint reviews and contributing to iterative development.


Technical & Analytical Expertise

  • Analyze user needs and develop technical specifications to ensure solutions meet or exceed business requirements.

  • Perform advanced SQL query optimization and data analysis to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.

  • Apply advanced statistical functions and calculations to enhance the value of Tableau reports.

  • Develop and enforce Tableau best practices, ensuring high-quality, consistent results across all reporting projects.


Security & Compliance

  • Ensure all developed solutions comply with security policies, guidelines, and industry standards.

  • Adhere to Configuration Management, Change Management, and Security policies during the development lifecycle.

  • Ensure compliance with the latest software standards, regulations, and government-specific requirements.


Documentation & Technical Support

  • Create and maintain clear, concise documentation for Tableau dashboards, reports, and project workflows.

  • Provide ongoing technical support and training to Tableau users, both internal and external.

  • Offer troubleshooting assistance and resolve technical issues in Tableau reports and visualizations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
   Citizenship

    and/or

   Residence 		Requirement:

  • US Citizenship
   Security

   Clearance 		Preferred:

  • TS/SCI w/CI Polygraph


Minimum Acceptable:

  • TS/SCI
   Education Bachelors Degree:

  • Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or related field.  
   Certification(s) Required:

  • One or more Tableau certifications, such as Tableau Desktop Specialist, Tableau Certified Associate, etc.


Desired:

  • Security+ or other IAT Level II or III certification
   Minimum Years’

   Experience

  • Eight (8) years of hands-on Tableau development experience.

  • Three (3) years of client-facing experience demonstrating leadership in a technical role

  • Ten (10) years of total professional experience in the information technology career field.
   Experience Required:

  • Tableau Development & Reporting Expertise

    • Advanced Tableau Development: Expertise in designing, developing, and optimizing interactive Tableau dashboards and visualizations to meet complex business requirements.

    • Tableau Advanced Features: Proficient in leveraging advanced Tableau features, including calculated fields, level of detail (LOD) expressions, table calculations, and statistical functions.

    • Dashboard Optimization & Performance Tuning: Ability to optimize Tableau dashboards for performance, ensuring quick load times, responsive interactions, and scalability across various data volumes.



  • SQL, Data Modeling & Database Expertise

    • SQL & Data Querying: Advanced skills in writing and optimizing SQL queries for extracting, transforming, and aggregating data to feed Tableau visualizations.

    • Data Modeling & Normalization: Strong understanding of relational databases, RDBMS systems, and data modeling, including normalization techniques and performance tuning for data storage.

    • Data Integration: Experience in integrating data from various sources, including flat files, databases, and cloud-based platforms, into Tableau for seamless reporting and analysis.



  • Business Intelligence & Reporting

    • Business Intelligence Tools: Deep understanding of business intelligence (BI) principles and how tools like Tableau can be used to automate reporting processes and deliver actionable insights.

    • KPI & Metric Definition: Ability to define key performance indicators (KPIs), build relevant reports, and tailor them to the unique needs of business users, ensuring strategic decision-making is data-driven.

    • Data Visualization Best Practices: Familiarity with best practices in data visualization, including storytelling with data, creating clear and effective visualizations that are easy to understand and interpret.



  • Security, Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge

    • Security Standards & Compliance: Experience working within government security policies, including adherence to standards for Configuration Management (CM), Change Management (CM), and compliance with government regulations (e.g., FISMA, NIST, etc.).

    • Data Protection & Encryption: Understanding of secure data management principles, including encryption, access control, and data masking, to ensure sensitive information is protected in Tableau reports and visualizations.



  • Agile & Collaborative Environment

    • Agile Methodologies: Proven experience working in Agile development environments, following Scrum or Kanban processes to deliver Tableau-based solutions iteratively.

    • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working with product owners, business stakeholders, developers, and other cross-functional teams to define reporting requirements and deliver solutions that meet or exceed expectations.

    • Client Interaction & Consulting: Ability to work independently as a subject matter expert (SME), collaborating with clients and end-users to gather requirements and deliver customized Tableau solutions.



  • Problem-Solving, Troubleshooting & Technical Support

    • Problem-Solving & Debugging: Strong ability to identify and resolve complex issues related to Tableau reports, dashboards, and underlying data models.

    • Technical Support: Ability to provide technical support and troubleshooting for Tableau users, helping them resolve issues with reports, data sources, or visualizations.



  • Documentation, Reporting & Quality Assurance

    • Documentation & SOPs: Experience in creating detailed documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), user guides, and technical documentation for Tableau dashboards and data models.

    • Quality Assurance: Experience ensuring that Tableau solutions meet quality standards through rigorous testing, validation, and adherence to project requirements.

    • Version Control & Release Management: Familiarity with version control systems and release management practices for managing Tableau workbooks, data sources, and Tableau Server deployments.




Nice-to-Have:

  • Excel Proficiency

    • Excel Proficiency: High-level competency in Excel, including advanced functions such as macros, pivot tables, and complex formula creation to support data analysis and reporting.



  • RDBMS Platforms

    • RDBMS Platforms: Familiarity with various relational database management systems (RDBMS) such as Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL and their integration with Tableau for reporting purposes.



  • Cloud Platforms & Data Integration

    • Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and integrating cloud-based data sources into Tableau for real-time reporting.

    • ETL Tools: Experience with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tools and processes for moving and transforming data for use in Tableau visualizations.



  • Scripting & Automation

    • Scripting & Automation: Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to automate data workflows or integrate Tableau with other systems.



  • Data Warehousing

    • Data Warehousing: Knowledge of data warehousing concepts, including data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes, to support Tableau reporting and business intelligence workflows.



  • Data Protection & Privacy Knowledge

    • Privacy & Auditing: Familiarity with auditing and monitoring Tableau environments for security compliance and ensuring data integrity within reporting platforms.
   Professional

   Attributes 		Success at SoundWay requires a commitment to the below company Core Values.

  • Integrity and Accountability:

    Integrity means consistently upholding honesty, strong moral principles, and ethical behavior in all aspects of one’s work. It involves taking full responsibility for actions, following through on commitments, and being transparent in decision-making. Holding oneself accountable builds trust and credibility within the workplace. HOW: Embracing integrity enhances personal credibility, fostering career growth and stronger professional relationships. For the company, it cultivates a culture of trust, improves client loyalty, and solidifies the brand's reputation, leading to long-term partnerships and business success.

  • Respect and Diversity:

    Respect and diversity mean treating others with dignity, fairness, and kindness, while valuing diverse perspectives and experiences. An inclusive environment promotes creativity, collaboration, and the success of all individuals. Embracing differences leads to a workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute. HOW: Respect for diversity fosters collaboration, sparks new ideas, and drives personal growth. For the company, it fuels innovation, improves decision-making, and meets the varied needs of clients with more tailored, inclusive solutions, strengthening client relationships.

  • Effective Communication:

    Effective communication is the ability to express thoughts clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing. It ensures that messages are accurate, complete, and delivered in a timely manner. Strong communicators actively listen, engage others, and maintain transparency to prevent misunderstandings and enhance teamwork. HOW: Clear communication improves career progression by building influence and demonstrating leadership potential. For the company, it enhances efficiency, reduces errors, and strengthens client relationships, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and clients’ expectations are consistently met.

  • Interpersonal Skills:

    Interpersonal skills involve being approachable, empathetic, and able to build positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. It means contributing to a supportive, collaborative work environment and fostering mutual respect, which strengthens workplace dynamics and encourages cooperation. HOW: Strong interpersonal skills build professional reputation and support career advancement. For the company, they enhance teamwork and contribute to superior client service, strengthening client partnerships and improving retention rates.

  • Performance Excellence:

    Performance excellence means consistently delivering high-quality work, meeting or surpassing established standards. It involves maintaining a strong focus on efficiency, critical thinking, and problem-solving to achieve optimal results. A commitment to excellence requires attention to detail and proactive action to meet challenges. HOW: Pursuing excellence leads to greater job satisfaction, recognition, and career advancement. For the company, it ensures high-quality output, drives operational efficiency, and strengthens client trust, resulting in stronger, long-lasting client relationships.

  • Continuous Improvement:

    Continuous improvement involves a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development. It means regularly assessing performance, seeking feedback, and striving to enhance skills and knowledge. Embracing this mindset fosters a culture of growth, innovation, and progress within the organization. HOW: Continuous improvement accelerates personal growth and career mobility. For the company, it drives innovation, enhances competitiveness, and ensures efficient operations, delivering better products and services that meet evolving client needs and expectations.
SoundWay Consulting Incorporated (SoundWay) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, including race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.  [Reference: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).]
ABOUT SOUNDWAY
SoundWay is an information technology and cybersecurity company with the credentials, certifications, talent and past performance excellence necessary provide its clients – the Department of Defense (DOD), Intelligence Community (IC), civil federal Agencies and their industry partners and contractors – with the solutions, services and support needed for their operational and mission success.

SoundWay Capability Highlights:


  • Expertise & Credentials – SoundWay is a:

    • Cyber-AB Authorized CMMC 3rd Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO).

    • DIBCAC-approved Cybersecurity Managed Services Provider for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

    • SBA-Certified HUBZone, SDVOSB & WOSB.



  • Trusted Federal Agency Partner:  Since 2011, SoundWay has a proven track record for, and been sought out to provide, secure, compliant, dependable IT solutions and services to the DOD, Intelligence Community (IC), federal agencies, and industry partners.

  • CMMC Compliance Made Easy: Our managed services satisfy over 80% of the CMMC compliance needed for our clients to a achieve the DOD-mandated CMMC Level-2 Certificate of Status, minimizing their effort and risk.

  • Cloud Development, Integration & Administration:  Our AWS and Azure cloud expert development, seamless integration, and comprehensive administration drive scalability, enhance security, and optimize performance.

  • Cross-Platform .Net Engineering: Specializing in .NET engineering using C#, VB.NET, JavaScript, and Python to build scalable solutions for both Windows and Unix environments running on AWS and Azure.

  • Competitive Pay, Benefits & Perks

    • SoundWay pays 100% of the Employee-only Insurance Premium for:

      • Medical

      • Dental

      • Vision

      • Short-Term Disability

      • Long-Term Disability

      • Worker’s Compensation

      • Identity Theft Protection

      • $50,000 Life Insurance

      • Employee Assistance Program



    • 10 Paid Federal Holidays per year

    • PTO: Paid Time Off

    • 401K Retirement Plan with 3.5% Matching

    • FSA: Flexible Spending Account

    • Professional Development Funds

    • Bonuses & Awards: Performance Recognition & Goal Achievement

    • $5,000 ERB: Employee Referral Bonus
Achieving Your Goals with SoundWay

At SoundWay, we’re committed to helping you achieve your career goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer growth, flexibility, and the opportunity to thrive in your professional journey. Join SoundWay today and build the future you’ve always wanted — without compromise.
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