Fairlead Data Engineer

What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a Data Integration Engineer with experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) custom data connector development and data integration solutions. This role will support a large-scale manufacturing modernization initiative for a U.S. Navy submarine production environment contributing to the development of a secure AI-enabled workforce readiness platform. The ideal candidate will be responsible for gathering requirements designing building testing and documenting custom data connectors while collaborating with business data and engineering stakeholders.

Responsibilities
Gather and define requirements for custom data connectors that are not covered by the existing prebuilt connector library
Collaborate with Business Analysts Discovery teams and Data Architects to identify data sources requiring custom connector development
Design develop and test custom connectors within the GFT development environment using sample and synthetic datasets
Build scalable data integration solutions leveraging Google Cloud Platform services such as Dataflow Cloud Functions and Cloud Run
Implement robust error handling retry mechanisms and dead-letter queue processes to ensure recoverability and reliability
Validate connector performance functionality and compliance with technical and business requirements
Support data ingestion transformation and integration activities across multiple manufacturing and operational systems
Document connector architecture behavior configurations and operational procedures to facilitate knowledge transfer
Coordinate the transition and handoff of custom connector deployments to the Lead Data Engineer at defined project milestones
Participate in data governance and data quality initiatives to ensure accurate and reliable information processing
Contribute to the successful delivery of enterprise data modernization programs within secure and regulated environments

Requirements and Qualifications
Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Strong knowledge of Big Data solutions within Google Cloud Platform
Experience with Google Cloud database technologies
Experience developing custom data integration connectors and ingestion pipelines
Knowledge of Dataflow Cloud Functions and Cloud Run
Experience in Data Analysis and Data Modeling;
Experience with Data Management and Data Analysis practices
Knowledge of Data Governance principles
Experience with Data Integration and ETL processes
Ability to gather analyze and document business and technical requirements
Experience working with multiple data sources and integration patterns
Strong understanding of scalable cloud-based data architectures
Ability to document technical solutions and support knowledge transfer activities
Experience working in Agile project environments

Nice to Have
Experience supporting manufacturing modernization initiatives
Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments
Knowledge of FedRAMP High IL4 or similar cloud security frameworks
Experience with AI-enabled data platforms or analytics solutions
Familiarity with Looker analytics and reporting solutions
Experience supporting enterprise-scale cloud migration and data modernization projects
Knowledge of workforce enablement platforms and operational analytics
Experience collaborating with distributed global delivery teams

Soft Skills
Communication
Stakeholder Management
Problem Solving
Analytical Thinking
Teamwork
Relationship Building
Decision Making
Proactivity
Adaptability
Self-Management
Strategic Thinking
Attention to Detail
Collaboration
Knowledge Sharing
Organization and Planning

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