Lead Data Engineer

Kairos Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to spearhead data modernization efforts. This role demands strong experience in Google BigQuery, data pipeline management, and agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will mentor developers and optimize data architectures and pipelines for efficient reporting. The position allows for remote work, making collaboration with wide-ranging teams essential.

Qualifications

• 8 years of total experience, with 5 years relevant experience.
• Strong expertise in data modeling and query optimization.
• Ability to mentor developers and work in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts in revamping data architecture and optimizing data pipelines.
• Support reporting needs and manage internal client developers.
• Work effectively with remote teams.

Skills

Google BigQuery

ETL/ELT workflows

SQL

Looker

Version control (Git)

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Role Lead Data Engineer

Work Location Kochi/TVM/Remote

Notice period: 0-2 weeks

Skills - Primary Big Query

Snowflake, ADF

Qualification Bachelors Degree

Total Experience 8 Relevant Experience 5

Job Purpose

We are looking for an experienced Lead Data Engineer with strong expertise in Google BigQuery and working knowledge of Looker to support a data modernization engagement. The candidate will lead efforts in revamping data architecture, optimizing data pipelines, and supporting reporting needs, while mentoring an internal client developer to enable smooth transition post-engagement.

Job Specification / Skills and Competencies

Must-Have Skills: Strong experience with Google BigQuery data modeling, query optimization, performance tuning. Proficient in building and managing data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows. Solid SQL skills and experience working with large datasets. Experience with Looker – creating/modifying dashboards and LookML understanding. Experience with version control (e.g., Git) and CI/CD for data solutions. Ability to work in Agile environments and with remote teams.