Senior Data Engineer – Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Data Migration & Pipelines

Ignite Innovation in Cloud Data Engineering — Transform Data with Cutting-Edge GCP Solutions!

Porto-based opportunity with hybrid work model (up to 3 days remote per week).

As a Senior Data Engineer – Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Data Migration & Pipelines, 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.

Your main responsibilities:

• 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.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust and high-performing ETL/ELT data pipelines on GCP, replacing or rebuilding existing flows.
• Orchestrate and schedule pipelines using Google Cloud Composer, ensuring reliable migration and operational stability.
• Develop and optimize complex SQL queries for BigQuery, focusing on schema design, performance tuning, and cost management, while adapting from SQL Server.
• Use Python for scripting automation tasks, ensuring data quality and integrity during migration and ongoing operations.
• Collaborate closely with SQL Server administrators, analysts, and end-users to ensure smooth transition and meet business needs.
• Participate in code reviews, best practices, and testing to uphold high development standards.
• Monitor, debug, and resolve incidents related to data pipelines, especially during the migration phase and in production.
• Stay updated on GCP innovations and propose improvements to optimize the data platform.

You’re ideal for this role if you have:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform, especially BigQuery, Cloud Composer, and related services.
• Strong mastery of SQL, with experience migrating from SQL Server and optimizing queries for cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation within GCP.
• Hands-on experience with data migration from on-premise systems to cloud platforms.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills, capable of designing scalable, efficient data solutions.
• Excellent communication skills in English (fluency at B2 level or higher).

It is a strong plus if you have: (optional)

• Knowledge of SQL Server architecture, T-SQL, or basic administration.
• Familiarity with other GCP data services, such as Dataflow or Storage.
• Experience with GCP’s Database Migration Service and related migration tools.
• Background in Data Warehousing concepts and data modeling (e.g., Data Vault).
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI.
• Knowledge of version control systems.

Language Required for the role:
Fluent English (B2 level or higher).

Eligibility for the role:
Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in Europe will be considered for this role.

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