GCP Data Analytics Engineer - Onsite in NC

Independent Candidates Only - W2 Only Job Title: GCP Data Analytics Engineer Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 4 Days Onsite, Local to Illinois Preferred) Duration: 6+ Month Contract-to-Hire No Sponsorship offered Position Overview We are seeking a GCP Data Analytics Engineer to join a cloud-first, SaaS-focused organization. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex business problems, building scalable data solutions, and delivering trusted analytics in a modern Google Cloud environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), BigQuery, data modeling, SQL development, and business intelligence reporting. You will design and maintain analytics data foundations, develop reporting solutions, automate data workflows, and collaborate closely with business stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable insights. Required Qualifications • 5+ years of experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). • Strong expertise in BigQuery and advanced SQL development. • 3+ years of experience in Data Architecture and Data Modeling. • Experience building scalable analytics solutions in cloud environments. • Hands-on experience with GitHub and modern source control practices. • Strong understanding of data governance, documentation, and repeatable engineering processes. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Experience working in Agile development environments.