{"id":7558,"date":"2026-08-19T14:26:57","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T14:26:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itdsportugal.com\/it-jobs\/senior-gcp-python-data-engineer-cloud-data-platform\/"},"modified":"2026-08-28T11:47:37","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T11:47:37","slug":"senior-gcp-python-data-engineer-cloud-data-platform","status":"publish","type":"matador-job-listings","link":"https:\/\/itdsportugal.com\/en\/it-jobs\/senior-gcp-python-data-engineer-cloud-data-platform\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior GCP &amp; Python Data Engineer \u2013 Cloud Data Platform"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Empower data-driven transformation \u2014 architect scalable cloud solutions that redefine financial services!<\/strong><\/p> <p>Lisbon-based opportunity with hybrid work model.<\/p> <p>As a <strong>Senior GCP &amp; Python Data Engineer<\/strong>, you will be working for our client, a major player within the financial sector supporting innovative data platform initiatives. The role involves designing and maintaining advanced cloud data pipelines, integrating AI\/ML models, and collaborating in an agile environment to deliver cutting-edge data solutions that foster smarter decision-making and operational excellence.<\/p> <p><strong>Your main responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Design, build, and optimize end-to-end batch and streaming data pipelines (ELT\/ETL) on GCP to handle large, diverse data sources.<\/li> <li>Develop scalable data models and schemas (star, snowflake, data lake, data warehouse) utilizing BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, and DataProc.<\/li> <li>Write robust Python code for data transformations, automation, and quality checks, ensuring high-performance processing.<\/li> <li>Collaborate on deploying and operationalizing AI\/ML models and integrating feature stores within cloud pipelines.<\/li> <li>Implement orchestration, scheduling, and workflow automation using Cloud Composer (Airflow) and Control-M.<\/li> <li>Embed testing, validation, and monitoring practices to maintain data quality, security, and compliance (GDPR, IAM, encryption).<\/li> <li>Contribute to technical documentation, data dictionaries, and runbooks in both French and English.<\/li> <li>Participate actively in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and cross-team collaboration with data engineers, scientists, analysts, and stakeholders.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>You&#8217;re ideal for this role if you have:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Minimum 5 years of experience in data engineering or related fields.<\/li> <li>Strong hands-on experience with GCP services: BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, Dataproc, Pub\/Sub, Cloud Composer.<\/li> <li>Proficiency in Python development, including design patterns, performance tuning, and testing.<\/li> <li>Deep knowledge of SQL and data modeling (relational and NoSQL).<\/li> <li>Excellent command of French (C1 minimum) and fluency in English.<\/li> <li>Experience with data governance, security, and privacy frameworks within cloud environments.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>It is a strong plus if you have:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>GCP Professional Data Engineer certification.<\/li> <li>Experience deploying and monitoring AI\/ML models using Vertex AI.<\/li> <li>Knowledge of enterprise orchestration tools such as Control-M.<\/li> <li>Familiarity with Spark\/Databricks, Kafka streaming, and BI tools like Looker or Tableau.<\/li> <li>Experience in regulated financial or banking environments.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>Language Required for the role:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>French (C1 minimum preferred)<\/li> <li>Fluent English<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>Eligibility for the role:<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in Europe will be considered for this role.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>#MAKEYourCareerBETTER<\/strong><\/p> <p>Interested? 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