Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Engineer with over 15 years of expertise in designing, building, and managing scalable data solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, particularly BigQuery, and a strong background in data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data architecture.This role requires a strategic thinker who can lead complex data engineering projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows using GCP services.
- Architect and implement data warehouse solutions using BigQuery, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver actionable insights.
- Optimize and manage large-scale datasets, ensuring data quality, integrity, and security.
- Develop and enforce best practices for data governance, data modeling, and data lifecycle management.
- Implement streaming data solutions using tools like Dataflow, Pub/Sub, and Apache Beam.
- Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines, ensuring high availability and reliability.
- Lead the migration of on-premise data systems to GCP, ensuring seamless integration and minimal downtime.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in GCP and data engineering technologies, and recommend improvements to existing systems.
Requirements
What we are looking for:
- 15+ years of experience in data engineering, with a focus on cloud-based solutions.
- Expertise in GCP services, including but not limited to:BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, Cloud Composer (Airflow), Cloud Functions.
- Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with BigQuery SQL for complex queries and performance optimization.\
- Hands-on experience with Python or Java for building data pipelines and automation.
- Deep understanding of data modeling, data warehousing, and schema design.
- Experience with streaming data processing and tools like Apache Beam or Kafka.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems like Git.
- Strong knowledge of data security and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
- Proven experience in migrating on-premise data systems to GCP.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Skills Required
- 15+ years of experience in data engineering focused on cloud-based solutions
- Expertise with GCP services including BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, Cloud Composer, and Cloud Functions
- Strong SQL proficiency, including complex BigQuery SQL queries and performance optimization
- Hands-on experience with Python or Java for data pipelines and automation
- Deep understanding of data modeling, data warehousing, and schema design
- Experience with streaming data processing using Apache Beam or Kafka
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git
- Knowledge of data security and compliance standards such as GDPR and HIPAA
- Proven experience migrating on-premise data systems to GCP
- Excellent problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
What We Do
NexusCorp LLC (operating as Nexus Corporation) helps businesses achieve their goals through custom software development, IT consulting, statement-of-work delivery, contingent workforce and direct-hire solutions, and payroll services. It designs, builds, tests, and maintains scalable digital applications; analyzes systems to improve technology use; and supplies specialized professionals and structured project delivery. Its client-first approach emphasizes compliance, integrity, innovation, and tailored business outcomes.
