Enter a job title or keyword

Senior Lead Data Engineering

TalentOla


Job Location:

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Lead Data Engineer with a strong focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services. The ideal candidate will possess advanced proficiency in Python and a deep understanding of data engineering principles including the design and implementation of data pipelines ETL/ELT frameworks and distributed systems. This role requires a proactive individual who can leverage their expertise to drive data solutions that meet business needs.

Responsibilities:
  • Design develop and maintain scalable data pipelines using GCP services such as Dataflow Cloud Functions and Cloud Composer.
  • Implement data processing workflows and ensure data quality and integrity throughout the ETL/ELT processes.
  • Utilize BigQuery for data analysis and reporting optimizing queries for performance and cost efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions that support business objectives.
  • Develop and maintain REST APIs and microservices to facilitate data access and integration.
  • Implement CI/CD practices using tools like Cloud Build GitHub Actions and Jenkins to streamline deployment processes.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines and services to ensure high availability and performance.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in data engineering and GCP services.
Mandatory Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services specifically Dataflow Cloud Functions Cloud DLP Cloud Composer (Airflow) Pub/Sub GCS and BigQuery.
  • Advanced proficiency in Python including object-oriented programming (OOP) asynchronous programming multithreading and relevant libraries.
  • Experience with data pipelines ETL/ELT frameworks and distributed systems.
  • Strong understanding of REST APIs and microservices architecture.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Cloud Build GitHub Actions and Jenkins.
  • Deal breaker skill: Google Cloud Data Analyst.
Preferred Skills:
  • Familiarity with Terraform or other infrastructure automation tools.
  • Proficiency with Docker and container-based deployment.
Qualifications:

A degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field is preferred. Relevant certifications in Google Cloud Data Engineering or related areas will be considered a plus.

If you are passionate about data engineering and have a strong background in Google Cloud technologies we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.