We are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to spearhead a GCP-based data platform initiative. This role centers on leading the design, development, and evolution of data pipelines and analytics infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform, shaping a scalable and reliable data ecosystem that fuels reporting and analytics across the organization. As a technical leader, you will guide a team of data engineers, set best practices, and serve as the key technical authority on the platform.
Responsibilities
Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of data pipelines leveraging Dataflow on GCP
Define standards and drive the development and optimization of data models and queries within BigQuery
Oversee the design and support of reporting and analytics layers powered by Looker (or similar BI tooling)
Own the technical direction and evolution of the broader GCP Data Platform
Establish and enforce data governance best practices, covering access controls, data quality, lineage, and documentation across pipelines and datasets
Mentor and guide data engineers,
performing code reviews and fostering technical growth within the team
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and leadership to convert business and data requirements into scalable technical solutions and long-term roadmaps
Set up monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting practices to safeguard data pipeline performance and reliability
Drive technical decision-making, assess new tools and technologies, and champion continuous improvement
Requirements
5+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering
Minimum 1 year of experience leading teams and owning end-to-end delivery of data platform initiatives
Deep understanding of GCP-based data platform architecture and design patterns
Advanced proficiency in BigQuery, covering schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning at scale
Expertise in Dataflow for building and scaling batch and/or streaming data pipelines
Strong knowledge of Looker or equivalent BI/an
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