Title: Data Engineer / GCP

Terms: Contract to hire

Location: Atlanta area

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Are you looking for a career opportunity that allows you to grow your career? If so, this opportunity will genuinely excite you! Our client is transforming how their organization services their customers while aligning best in breed technology solutions. We are looking for a Data Engineer / GCP who will help build out & develop best in class work and work on innovative projects for the business.

Role Details:

Job Description: Data Engineer / GCP

Overview:

A Data Engineer with GCP (Google Cloud Platform) experience is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure on GCP. This role involves working closely with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure data is accessible, reliable, and optimized for various analytics and business intelligence applications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Pipeline Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using GCP tools and services such as Dataflow, Dataproc, and Pub/Sub.
• Implement ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to ingest and transform data from various sources into GCP data storage solutions like BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Cloud SQL.

1. Data Infrastructure Management:

• Architect and manage data infrastructure on GCP to ensure high availability, scalability, and security.
• Configure and optimize data storage solutions, ensuring efficient data retrieval and query performance.
• Set up and manage data lake and data warehouse solutions on GCP.

1. Data Quality and Governance:

• Ensure data quality and integrity through robust validation and cleansing processes.
• Implement data governance practices to maintain data security, privacy, and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Develop and maintain documentation for data pipelines, infrastructure, and processes.

1. Collaboration and Support:

• Work closely with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions that meet their needs.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for data-related issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data solutions with other systems and applications.

1. Monitoring and Optimization:

• Monitor data pipelines and infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Implement and maintain monitoring tools and dashboards to track data flow and system health.
• Continuously optimize data processes and infrastructure for cost efficiency and performance.

1. Continuous Learning and Improvement:

• Stay updated with the latest GCP services, tools, and best practices.
• Participate in training and professional development to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
• Identify and implement improvements to data engineering practices and workflows.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in data engineering, with at least 2 years of experience working with GCP.
• Certifications: Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer certification is preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficient in GCP services such as BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, and Cloud SQL.
• Strong understanding of data engineering principles and best practices, including ETL processes, data modeling, and data warehousing.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
• Proficient in SQL and database management.
• Familiarity with data governance, data security, and compliance standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

About GSquared Group:

Shouldn’t your recruiting partner put as much effort and value into your career as you do? With GSquared Group, we take the time to understand where you would like to take your career and what is important to you.

GSquared Group is a woman-owned boutique technology services company in the Atlanta area. Founded in 2010, we are a premier provider of IT talent search, management consulting, and software development services. We support a diverse client base that spans all industries and includes Fortune 100 to mid-market companies. We offer direct hire placement, contract, and contract-to-hire positions. We are proud to be known by our community for putting relationships at the core of everything we do.

GSquared Benefits:

Competitive & Comprehensive Healthcare Package (available only for W2 hourly consultants)

Simple IRA with company match (available only for W2 hourly consultants)

Professional development & networking opportunities

A family-friendly environment

Nice bonuses for referrals

A culture that supports you and your career

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