Data Engineer Team Lead

Quantum Technologies. LLC; Missouri; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Technologies LLC is seeking a candidate with 5-8 years of experience, including 1-3 years of expertise in Python and SQL. The role involves performing deep-dive data analysis, designing automated ETL pipelines on GCP, and developing dashboards to aid in data-driven decision-making.

The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work in fast-paced settings, and excellent communication skills. The position emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders to translate business questions into analytical solutions.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of overall experience with 1-3 years in Python and SQL.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform deep-dive data analysis using SQL, Python, and R.
• Design and maintain automated ETL pipelines on GCP.
• Develop and deploy real-time dashboards using BI tools.
• Identify and implement workflow optimization opportunities.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Proficiency in SQL

Intermediate experience with Python

Hands-on experience with GCP services

Experience building automated ETL pipelines

Familiarity with dashboarding tools

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Education

GCP certification (e.g., Professional Data Engineer)

Tools

Looker

Tableau

Dataflow

BigQuery

Job description

We are looking at candidates with overall experience of 5-8 years with 1-3 years of strong experience in Python and SQL.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Data Analysis

Perform deep-dive data analysis using SQL, Python, and R to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights.

Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business questions into analytical solutions.

Design, build, and maintain automated ETL pipelines on GCP using tools like Dataflow, BigQuery, and Cloud Composer.

Develop and deploy real-time dashboards using Looker, Data Studio, or other BI tools to support data-driven decision‑making.

Workflow Optimization

Identify and implement opportunities to streamline data workflows across cross‑functional teams.

Drive process improvements and automation to enhance data accessibility and reliability.

High-Impact Delivery

Thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment, managing multiple priorities and delivering results under tight deadlines.

Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in SQL for complex data querying and transformation.
• Intermediate experience with Python and R for data manipulation and statistical analysis.
• Hands‑on experience with GCP services such as BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Functions.
• Experience building automated ETL pipelines and working with streaming data.
• Familiarity with dashboarding tools like Looker, Tableau, or Google Data Studio.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• GCP certification (e.g., Professional Data Engineer).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform).
• Background in data science or machine learning is a plus.

QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability 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. QUANTUM 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. Nor will QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES LLC 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.