{"id":7380,"date":"2026-07-27T12:25:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T12:25:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itdsportugal.com\/it-jobs\/senior-data-engineer-google-cloud-platform-gcp-data-migration-pipelines\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T09:47:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T09:47:27","slug":"senior-data-engineer-google-cloud-platform-gcp-data-migration-pipelines","status":"publish","type":"matador-job-listings","link":"https:\/\/itdsportugal.com\/en\/it-jobs\/senior-data-engineer-google-cloud-platform-gcp-data-migration-pipelines\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior Data Engineer \u2013 Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Data Migration &amp; Pipelines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Ignite Innovation in Cloud Data Engineering \u2014 Transform Data with Cutting-Edge GCP Solutions!<\/strong><\/p> <p>Porto-based opportunity with hybrid work model (up to 3 days remote per week).<\/p> <p>As a <strong>Senior Data Engineer \u2013 Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Data Migration &amp; Pipelines<\/strong>, you will be working for our client, a leading player in the data and technology industry. You will contribute to the design, development, and optimization of large-scale data migration and processing solutions on GCP, helping organizations transition seamlessly from on-premises systems to a scalable cloud infrastructure. This is a unique chance to shape the future of data architecture and advance your career within a dynamic, innovative environment.<\/p> <p><strong>Your main responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Actively participate in the design and execution of data and ETL process migration strategies from SQL Server to GCP, developing scripts and pipelines for efficient data transfer into BigQuery.<\/li> <li>Design, develop, and maintain robust and high-performing ETL\/ELT data pipelines on GCP, replacing or rebuilding existing flows.<\/li> <li>Orchestrate and schedule pipelines using Google Cloud Composer, ensuring reliable migration and operational stability.<\/li> <li>Develop and optimize complex SQL queries for BigQuery, focusing on schema design, performance tuning, and cost management, while adapting from SQL Server.<\/li> <li>Use Python for scripting automation tasks, ensuring data quality and integrity during migration and ongoing operations.<\/li> <li>Collaborate closely with SQL Server administrators, analysts, and end-users to ensure smooth transition and meet business needs.<\/li> <li>Participate in code reviews, best practices, and testing to uphold high development standards.<\/li> <li>Monitor, debug, and resolve incidents related to data pipelines, especially during the migration phase and in production.<\/li> <li>Stay updated on GCP innovations and propose improvements to optimize the data platform.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>You\u2019re ideal for this role if you have:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 6 years of experience in data engineering or related fields.<\/li> <li>Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform, especially BigQuery, Cloud Composer, and related services.<\/li> <li>Strong mastery of SQL, with experience migrating from SQL Server and optimizing queries for cloud environments.<\/li> <li>Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation within GCP.<\/li> <li>Hands-on experience with data migration from on-premise systems to cloud platforms.<\/li> <li>Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills, capable of designing scalable, efficient data solutions.<\/li> <li>Excellent communication skills in English (fluency at B2 level or higher).<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>It is a strong plus if you have:<\/strong> <em>(optional)<\/em><\/p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of SQL Server architecture, T-SQL, or basic administration.<\/li> <li>Familiarity with other GCP data services, such as Dataflow or Storage.<\/li> <li>Experience with GCP\u2019s Database Migration Service and related migration tools.<\/li> <li>Background in Data Warehousing concepts and data modeling (e.g., Data Vault).<\/li> <li>Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI.<\/li> <li>Knowledge of version control systems.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>Language Required for the role:<\/strong><br \/> Fluent English (B2 level or higher).<\/p> <p><strong>Eligibility for the role:<\/strong><br \/> Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in Europe will be considered for this role.<\/p> <p><strong>#MAKEYourCareerBETTER<\/strong><br \/> Interested? 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