GCP Data Engineer

Persistent Systems; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Learning opportunities

Long Service awards

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Persistent Systems is seeking a skilled GCP Data Engineer with 5-7 years of experience to design, develop, and maintain scalable data solutions on Google Cloud Platform. The role focuses on Python, BigQuery, DBT, Airflow, GCS, and Microsoft Purview to build robust data pipelines and analytics capabilities.

The position supports hybrid work in Pune with a strong emphasis on data modeling, governance, and collaboration with stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions.

Qualifications

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines using Python, DBT, and Apache Airflow.
• Build and optimize data solutions on GCP using BigQuery and Google Cloud Storage.
• Develop and maintain data models, ensuring data quality, performance, and reliability.
• Integrate data from multiple structured and unstructured sources.
• Implement data governance, cataloging, and lineage using Microsoft Purview.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and engineering teams to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data workflows and cloud infrastructure for performance and scalability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines using Python, DBT, and Apache Airflow.
• Build and optimize data solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using BigQuery and Google Cloud Storage (GCS).
• Develop and maintain data models, ensuring data quality, performance, and reliability.
• Integrate and process data from multiple structured and unstructured sources.
• Implement data governance, cataloging, and lineage practices using Microsoft Purview.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and engineering teams to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data workflows and cloud infrastructure for performance and scalability.

Skills

Python for data engineering

Tools

BigQuery

GCS (Google Cloud Storage)

DBT

Apache Airflow

PostgreSQL

Microsoft Purview

Job description

We are seeking a skilled GCP Data Engineer with 5-7 years of experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python, PostgreSQL, BigQuery, DBT, Airflow, GCS, and Microsoft Purview, with a passion for building robust data pipelines, data models, and cloud-native analytics solutions.

• Location: Pune
• Experience: 5 to 7 years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines using Python, DBT, and Apache Airflow.
• Build and optimize data solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using BigQuery and Google Cloud Storage (GCS).
• Develop and maintain data models, ensuring data quality, performance, and reliability.
• Integrate and process data from multiple structured and unstructured sources.
• Implement data governance, cataloging, and lineage practices using Microsoft Purview.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and engineering teams to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data workflows and cloud infrastructure for performance and scalability.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Strong experience in Python for data engineering and automation.
• Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services.
• Expertise in BigQuery and Google Cloud Storage (GCS).
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL and database development.
• Experience building transformation pipelines using DBT (Data Build Tool).
• Hands-on experience with Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration.
• Experience with Microsoft Purview for data governance, cataloging, and lineage.
• Good understanding of data warehousing, data modeling, and ETL/ELT concepts.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.