Graph Data Engineer

Job title: Graph Data Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO at Bluestaq LLC
Company: Bluestaq LLC
Job description: Graph Data Engineer (Software Engineer)Job ID: DBE-GRAPH-RD-#TBDPosition Type: Full TimeLocation: Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is not a remote position.Additional Compensation: This position is eligible for an end-of-year bonus.Employment Benefits: Bluestaq offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Leave, and 401k. For more information regarding Bluestaq benefits, please visit https://www.bluestaq.com/benefits.Where Innovation Powers ImpactReady to turn your expertise into impact? Welcome to Bluestaq.About BluestaqAt Bluestaq, we're not just another tech company-we're a mission-driven team of innovators, problem-solvers, and trailblazers. Whether supporting space exploration, defense systems, global alliances, government initiatives, healthcare advancements, or commercial breakthroughs, our work spans industries that shape the future. Founded in 2018, Bluestaq has quickly become a leader in enterprise software and secure data management. Our name? A nod to our roots-"blue" (military shorthand for the good guys) and "staq" (as in software stack).Recognized ExcellenceWe don't just talk about excellence-we deliver it. Bluestaq has earned national recognition as one of Inc. Magazine's Fastest-Growing Private Companies and is consistently ranked among Colorado's Best Workplaces. Whether we're supporting national security, enabling healthcare advancements, or driving commercial innovation, we're committed to building data management solutions that matter.Why Colorado Springs?

• Tech Talent Hotspot - Ranked #2 up-and-coming tech market in North America by CBRE (2024).
• Top Place to Live - Named #3 Best Place to Live in the U.S. and Most Desirable City overall by U.S. News (2024-25).
• Neighborly Spirit - Recognized as America's Most Neighborly City (2024) for community engagement and quality of life.
• Active Lifestyle Hub - Top 5 for hiking and fitness, blending outdoor recreation and wellness (2022).
• Pet-Friendly Leader - Ranked #1 Most Pet-Friendly City in the U.S. (2023) for furry, scaly, and feathery friends.

• Women's Workforce Haven - Ranked #6 Best City for Women in the Workforce by Checkr (2025), highlighting earning potential and female leadership opportunities.

With 300 days of sunshine and the Rocky Mountains as your backdrop, Colorado Springs offers the perfect mix of urban energy and outdoor adventure.Join the MissionReady to push boundaries with tech that transforms industries? At Bluestaq, we engineer secure, scalable data ecosystems for space, defense, healthcare, and beyond. Join us to tackle mission-critical challenges, protect the world's most valuable data, and build what's next. Let's make extraordinary possible - together.Empower Critical Systems and DataAre you ready to design and implement data solutions that support critical operations? We are seeking a Graph Data Engineer to join our fast-growing team and develop scalable, secure, and innovative data architectures. At Bluestaq, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems and deliver impactful solutions. This is your opportunity to make a difference by building resilient data systems that power mission-critical platforms.Why This Role MattersData is the foundation of modern systems. It enables secure access and optimizes performance. Your expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring that our data ecosystem remains highly secure and scalable. If you enjoy solving challenges, innovating with technology, and making a meaningful impact, this role is perfect for you.As a Graph Data Engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize graph data solutions, leveraging advanced vector and graph store architectures. Your expertise in software engineering, security, and ontology modeling will be crucial in architecting scalable and secure data ecosystems. This role requires a combination of hands-on technical expertise and a strong theoretical understanding of graph theory and data structures.ResponsibilitiesDatabase Engineering:

• Develop and maintain graph and vector data stores, ensuring high availability, performance, and scalability.
• Implement graph algorithms to model, query, and analyze complex relationships in large datasets.
• Design and manage graph schemas and ontologies to support dynamic and interconnected data systems.

Security and Compliance:

• Integrate secure coding practices and compliance standards into the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure data integrity and protection against vulnerabilities.

Data Integration and Optimization:

• Develop APIs and data pipelines to interface graph systems with broader enterprise applications.
• Design and execute ETL pipelines tailored for graph data ingestion, seamlessly integrating structured and unstructured data.
• Enhance enterprise search capabilities with semantic search and graph-powered recommendations.
• Monitor and resolve performance bottlenecks in graph queries, vector embeddings, and data pipelines.
• Proactively identify and mitigate issues in database architecture and vector search systems.

Collaboration and Mentorship:

• Work closely with software engineers to optimize data workflows and improve query performance in graph-based applications.
• Mentor team members and foster collaboration across engineering teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Graph Database Proficiency: Experience with ArangoDB, Neo4j, Amazon Neptune, TigerGraph, or other graph technologies and query languages (e.g., Cypher, SPARQL, Gremlin).
• Experience with vector stores and graph theory for data modeling and analysis.
• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, Java, Scala) for data pipeline development and API integrations.
• Solid understanding of data security principles, including encryption, secure authentication, and compliance standards.
• Experience in building ontologies, knowledge graphs, or semantic systems for domain-specific applications.
• Analytical skills to solve complex data problems with innovative, graph-based solutions.
• Familiarity with database security best practices, HIPAA compliance, encryption, and data access controls.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Java, or Ruby.
• Familiarity with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence techniques for graph analytics (e.g., graph embeddings, link prediction).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and distributed computing frameworks.
• Knowledge of real-time graph processing and visualization tools.
• Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Amazon EMR).
• Expertise in graph analytics and visualization tools.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Support systems that power industries and critical operations, including healthcare and defense.
• Continuous Growth: Expand your technical expertise with hands-on projects and mentorship.
• Dynamic Environment: Be part of a team that thrives on problem-solving, learning, and collaboration.
• Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help shape the future of data management in healthcare, defense, and beyond!
• Your Impact Starts Here. Are you ready to build secure, scalable, and high-performing data systems? Join Bluestaq and help drive innovation in data engineering. Apply today and be part of a mission that matters.

Staff Graph Data Engineer (Software Engineer)Salary Range: In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $112,000 - $150,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work, skills, certifications, and geographic location.Required Education: 5+ years of computer science, data science, or related experience with a focus on Graph Theory or Ontology with a Bachelor of Science degree OR Associate degree with 2 additional years beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree OR a High School Diploma with 4 additional years beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.Principal Graph Data Engineer (Software Engineer)Salary Range: In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $150,000 - $205,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work, skills, certifications, and geographic location.Required Education: 10+ years of computer science, data science, or related experience with a focus on Graph Theory or Ontology with a Bachelor of Science degree OR Associate degree with 2 additional years beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree OR a High School Diploma with 4 additional years beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.Clearance Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance. To be eligible for a security clearance, US Citizenship is required, and an employee must agree to participate in a background screen and credit check. Eligibility for a TS/SCI Clearance will be assessed as part of the onboarding process or based on programmatic needs.Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.Bluestaq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by state or local law.Bluestaq will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to Bluestaq or a direct threat. Employees needing such accommodation are instructed to contact Human Resources immediately at [email protected].
Expected salary: $112000 - 205000 per year
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
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