Sr. Google Cloud Platform Data engineer /Google Cloud Platform Architect

Location: Atlanta, GA Duration: 24 Months + Extension Hourly Rate: Depending on experience (DOE) Work Authorization: Sr. Google Cloud Platform Data engineer/Google Cloud Platform Architect – Atlanta, GA – onsite only, local applicants and face‑to‑face interview required. Must have experience with BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Run, 8+ years in Data Engineering, ETL/ELT, SQL, Python, Linux scripting, data modeling/warehousing, ETL tools (Datastage/Informatica/SSIS), CI/CD, Git, Terraform. Job Summary We seek a skilled Google Cloud Platform Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize data pipelines and analytics solutions in the cloud. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with Google Cloud Platform data services, strong ETL/ELT development skills, and a solid understanding of data architecture, data modeling, data warehousing, and performance optimization. Key Responsibilities Develop ETL/ELT processes to extract data from various sources, transform it, and load it into BigQuery or other target systems. Build and maintain data models, data warehouses, and data lakes for analytics and reporting. Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient data pipelines on GCP using Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Run, Python, and Linux scripting. Optimize BigQuery queries, manage partitioning and clustering, and handle cost optimization. Integrate data from on‑premise and cloud systems using Cloud Storage and APIs. Work closely with DevOps teams to automate deployments using Terraform, Cloud Build, or CI/CD pipelines. Ensure security and compliance by applying IAM roles, encryption, and network controls. Collaborate with data analysts, data scientists, and application teams to deliver high‑quality data solutions. Implement best practices for data quality, monitoring, and governance. Required Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Minimum 8 years of experience in data engineering, preferably in a cloud environment. Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience with GCP services: BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Run, Dataflow, Cloud SQL, AlloyDB, Cloud Load Balancer, Pub/Sub, IAM, Logging and Monitoring. Proficiency in SQL, Python, and Linux scripting. Experience with ETL tools such as Datastage, Informatica, SSIS. Familiarity with data modeling (star/snowflake) and data warehouse concepts. Understanding of CI/CD, version control (Git), and infrastructure as code (Terraform). Strong problem‑solving and analytical mindset. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work in an agile and fast‑paced environment. Google Cloud Platform Professional Data Engineer or Cloud Architect certification is a plus. Equal Opportunity Employer CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, and veterans (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC will not require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cloud Analytics Technologies, LLC