Senior GCP & Python Data Engineer – Cloud Data Platform

Empower data-driven transformation — architect scalable cloud solutions that redefine financial services!

Lisbon-based opportunity with hybrid work model.

As a Senior GCP & Python Data Engineer, 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.

Your main responsibilities:

• Design, build, and optimize end-to-end batch and streaming data pipelines (ELT/ETL) on GCP to handle large, diverse data sources.
• Develop scalable data models and schemas (star, snowflake, data lake, data warehouse) utilizing BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, and DataProc.
• Write robust Python code for data transformations, automation, and quality checks, ensuring high-performance processing.
• Collaborate on deploying and operationalizing AI/ML models and integrating feature stores within cloud pipelines.
• Implement orchestration, scheduling, and workflow automation using Cloud Composer (Airflow) and Control-M.
• Embed testing, validation, and monitoring practices to maintain data quality, security, and compliance (GDPR, IAM, encryption).
• Contribute to technical documentation, data dictionaries, and runbooks in both French and English.
• Participate actively in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and cross-team collaboration with data engineers, scientists, analysts, and stakeholders.

You're ideal for this role if you have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Strong hands-on experience with GCP services: BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, Dataproc, Pub/Sub, Cloud Composer.
• Proficiency in Python development, including design patterns, performance tuning, and testing.
• Deep knowledge of SQL and data modeling (relational and NoSQL).
• Excellent command of French (C1 minimum) and fluency in English.
• Experience with data governance, security, and privacy frameworks within cloud environments.

It is a strong plus if you have:

• GCP Professional Data Engineer certification.
• Experience deploying and monitoring AI/ML models using Vertex AI.
• Knowledge of enterprise orchestration tools such as Control-M.
• Familiarity with Spark/Databricks, Kafka streaming, and BI tools like Looker or Tableau.
• Experience in regulated financial or banking environments.

Language Required for the role:

• French (C1 minimum preferred)
• Fluent English

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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Interested? Apply now and include your CV (preferably in English) along with a statement confirming your consent to the processing and storage of your personal data.