Data Engineer (GCP)
Location: Plano, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
The role of Data Engineer (GCP) presents an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about developing robust data solutions on the Google Cloud Platform. As a Data Engineer (GCP), you will be an integral member of a high-performing data engineering team dedicated to building, optimizing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and architectures. This position is designed for candidates who possess a strong technical background in GCP, BigQuery, Dataflow, SQL, and Python, and are eager to work closely with data scientists, analysts, and various business stakeholders to ensure seamless data integration and support advanced analytics initiatives.
In this capacity, you will manage end-to-end data engineering projects, from understanding business requirements and designing solutions to deploying production-ready data pipelines. The Data Engineer (GCP) role emphasizes collaboration, technical proficiency, and continuous learning, offering a platform to contribute to innovative data-driven decision-making processes. This position also provides a supportive work environment with opportunities to engage with talented professionals and participate in a culture that values teamwork, transparency, and personal growth.
Working as a Data Engineer (GCP) offers the unique chance to operate within a market-leading organization with a reputation for excellence and a commitment to employee development. You will be a key contributor in shaping the data infrastructure, ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and scalability of data systems that power critical business insights. If you are ready to leverage your experience in GCP and data engineering best practices, and are motivated to make a tangible impact, we encourage you to take the next step in your career by applying today.
Data Engineer (GCP) - Summary- Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and architectures on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other teams to ensure efficient data flow and integration across multiple GCP services.
- Contribute to the development of best practices for data engineering, ensuring data quality, governance, and security in all solutions.
- Engage in a collaborative, team-oriented culture that promotes innovation and excellence.
- Develop, optimize, and maintain high-performance data pipelines using GCP tools such as BigQuery and Dataflow.
- Work closely with business stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into technical specifications and actionable solutions.
- Utilize advanced SQL and scripting skills to automate data processing and transformation tasks.
- Implement data quality checks, monitoring, and validation processes to ensure the integrity of all data moving through the platform.
- Support data scientists and analysts by providing clean, well-documented datasets and building data models tailored to business needs.
- Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions to foster continuous improvement within the team.
- Document pipeline architectures, configurations, and processes to facilitate ongoing maintenance and onboarding of new team members.
- Stay current with the latest GCP offerings and industry best practices, proactively recommending improvements and innovations.
- Competitive compensation package designed to recognize skills and experience.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- Access to an Employee Stock Ownership Program, offering a stake in organizational success.
- Support from a dedicated engagement manager focused on your career growth and well-being.
- Opportunity to work in a company recognized for its close-knit, team-oriented culture and excellence in staffing.
- Recognition as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner for ten consecutive years.
- Minimum of 7 years hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), BigQuery, and Dataflow.
- Extensive experience (7+ years) in writing and optimizing SQL queries for data extraction and analysis.
- At least 5 years of experience with shell scripting and Python for data automation and transformation.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven track record in gathering, understanding, and translating business requirements into scalable data solutions.
- Proactive problem solver with a passion for enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Strong collaborator who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high standards for data quality and security.
- Continuous learner eager to stay up-to-date with evolving GCP services and industry trends.
- Excellent communicator, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- The organization offers a supportive environment backed by over two decades of proven industry experience.
- Access to professional development opportunities and mentorship from experienced leaders.
- Engagement in meaningful projects that drive organizational success and innovation.
- Located in a vibrant business hub, providing access to a rich professional community and growth opportunities.
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion with a strong emphasis on equal employment opportunity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are passionate about leveraging your expertise as a Data Engineer (GCP) and ready to make a real difference, we invite you to apply now by clicking the job application button and joining a team that values innovation and professional growth.