Role: GCP Data Engineer (Data Engineering & Analytics / Cloud Migration)
Location: phoenix , AZ / Philadelphia, PA
Competencies
Must-Have:
Strong experience in GCP (Google Cloud Platform) data engineering and analytics solutions
Proven expertise in migrating legacy data warehouses to Google Cloud data warehouses (BigQuery)
Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT pipeline design, data modeling, and data integration in GCP
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data transformation frameworks (e.g., Dataflow, Dataproc, or Apache Beam)
Experience with Google Cloud Storage, BigQuery, and Pub/Sub for scalable data processing
Strong understanding of data governance, quality, and performance optimization
Good-to-Have:
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in data environments
Experience in reporting and analytics tools (Looker, Power BI, Tableau)
Knowledge of Airflow, Cloud Composer, or similar orchestration frameworks
Prior experience in data warehouse modernization or cloud migration projects
Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional team coordination
Responsibilities
Lead the migration of legacy data warehouse systems to Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery)
Design, build, and optimize data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes for scalable cloud-based data processing
Implement data architecture best practices to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability
Work closely with stakeholders to define data models, governance standards, and quality checks
Collaborate with analytics teams to ensure data availability for reporting and business intelligence
Monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance data workflows using GCP-native tools and DevOps principles
Support data validation, testing, and documentation throughout migration phases
Drive continuous improvement in data engineering processes and platform efficiency