Senior Cloud ETL Developer

Apex Systems; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 185,976,000 - 214,905,600; Part time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Senior Cloud ETL Developer to design and optimize large-scale data pipelines on Google Cloud. You will implement BigQuery data models, orchestrate with Cloud Composer, and partner with product and analytics teams to deliver scalable, secure data solutions.

The role requires extensive SQL, Python, and experience with SaaS/on‑prem data sources, with a focus on cost-efficient cloud architectures and enterprise reporting integrations.

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years ETL/Data Engineering experience.
• 8–10+ years SQL experience.
• 8+ years data architecture or data engineering.
• Proficiency with GCP (BigQuery, Composer, Dataflow, Cloud Storage).
• Hands-on experience with Fivetran, Google DTS, or equivalent ingestion tools.
• Experience with enterprise reporting platforms (MicroStrategy, Power BI/Tableau).
• Advanced SQL and data modeling expertise.
• Experience designing secure data environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and build complex ETL/ELT pipelines using GCP.
• Orchestrate data pipelines with Fivetran, DTS, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement BigQuery data modeling, partitioning, and cost/performance tuning.
• Ensure data validation, governance, and access controls.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and analytics teams across the organization.

Skills

Advanced SQL

Python

Airflow

Data modeling

Cloud data architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GCP BigQuery

Cloud Composer

Fivetran

Google DTS

Dataproc

MicroStrategy

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

# Senior Cloud ETL DeveloperApply**Job#: 3043623****Job Description:**Senior Cloud ETL Developer**Location:** Plano, Texas (Partial Remote)Role OverviewA Senior ETL Developer specializing in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and BigQuery designs, builds, and optimizes large-scale data pipelines. This role requires advanced SQL, Python, orchestration (Airflow), and data warehousing skills to deliver scalable, reliable data solutions. This role focuses on cloud-native data architecture on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) while integrating enterprise reporting tools including MicroStrategy and cloud-based data movement technologies such as Fivetran and Google Data Transfer Service (DTS). The Data Architect will collaborate with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and analytics leaders to deliver scalable, reliable, and modern data platforms.Key Responsibilities* Design and build complex ETL/ELT pipelines for structured and unstructured data sources using GCP native services like Cloud Storage, Dataflow, and Dataproc.* Build and orchestrate automated data pipelines using Fivetran, Google DTS, and custom ETL/ELT frameworks.* Create robust ingestion patterns for batch and streaming data.* Troubleshoot data integration issues, latency problems, and pipeline failures.* Partner with application teams to integrate SaaS, on-prem, and cloud sources.* Implement BigQuery best practices, including data modeling, partitioning, clustering, and cost/performance tuning.* Build reusable workflow frameworks using orchestration tools like Cloud Composer and Git-based CI/CD pipelines.* Enforce strict data validation, observability, schema handling, and reconciliation for enterprise data.* Implement data access controls leveraging IAM, service accounts, and VPC-SC and ensure compliance with organizational and industry data standards.* Design disaster recovery, backup, and high-availability strategies.* Work closely with product owners, data engineers, analysts, and architects across the organization.* Serve as a technical advisor for large enterprise reporting and integration initiatives and mentor junior engineers.Required Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field.* 6–10+ years of ETL/Data Engineering experience.* 8-10+ years of SQL experience.* 8+ years of experience in data architecture or data engineering.* Strong expertise with GCP (BigQuery, Composer, Dataflow, Cloud Storage).* Hands-on experience with Fivetran, Google DTS, or equivalent ingestion tools.* Proficiency with enterprise reporting platforms (preferably MicroStrategy, plus Power BI/Tableau).* Advanced SQL and data modeling expertise.* Experience designing secure and governed data environments.Preferred Qualifications* Advanced SQL Experience.* Advanced Stored Procedures Skill.* Python experience for pipeline and orchestration scripting.* Experience with cloud cost optimization and FinOps practices.* Familiarity with streaming architectures (Pub/Sub → Dataflow).* Knowledge of data catalog tools (Dataplex, Collibra, Alation). *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Plano, TX, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** July 24, 2026**Pay Range:** $65 - $75 per hour