GCP Data Engineer

Cognizant; Little Rock (AR); Remote; USD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology services company is seeking a GCP Data Engineer to design and implement scalable data pipelines on Google Cloud Platform. This role involves working collaboratively with cloud architects and engineers to deliver high-performance data solutions. Candidates should have proven experience in data engineering with a strong focus on GCP services. This position offers an annual salary of $100,000 to $117,000 and includes various benefits highlighting a commitment to work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Engineer focused on Google Cloud Platform.
• Hands-on expertise with GCP services: Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage.
• Strong proficiency in workflow orchestration using Apache Airflow.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain streaming and batch data pipelines using GCP services.
• Develop and manage workflow orchestration using Apache Airflow.
• Design and optimize relational databases.

Skills

GCP services expertise

Workflow orchestration

Data modeling

ETL processes

DevOps practices

Tools

Apache Airflow

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud SQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

Overview

As a GCP Data Engineer, you will make an impact by designing and implementing scalable data pipelines and orchestration workflows on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You will be a valued member of the Data Engineering team and work collaboratively with cloud architects, DevOps engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver high-performance data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain streaming and batch data pipelines using GCP services such as Dataflow, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Storage

• Develop and manage workflow orchestration using Apache Airflow and Cloud Composer

• Design and optimize relational databases, particularly Cloud SQL and PostgreSQL

• Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments using Docker and Kubernetes

• Apply data modeling best practices to support analytics and business intelligence initiatives

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this roles business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in The United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project youbre engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Qualifications

What you need to have to be considered

• Proven experience as a Data Engineer with a focus on Google Cloud Platform

• Hands-on expertise with GCP services: Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, Cloud Composer

• Strong proficiency in workflow orchestration using Apache Airflow

• Experience with relational databases such as Cloud SQL or PostgreSQL

• Solid understanding of ETL processes, data modeling, and pipeline architecture

These will help you stand out

• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes

• Experience working in agile environments and cross-functional teams

• GCP certifications (e.g., Professional Data Engineer or Cloud Architect)

• Knowledge of data governance and security best practices in cloud environments

Salary and Benefits

Salary: The annual salary for this position is between $100,000 and $117,000, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) plan and contributions

• Long-term/Short-term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.