GCP Data Platform Architect

Role: GCP Data Platform Architect Location: Iselin, NJ (Hybrid) Job Type: 12 Months Contract Job Description: • Experience: 10-15+ years of total experience, with 5+ years in GCP data architecture. Key Responsibilities • GCP Architecture & Design: Architect scalable Medallion architectures (Bronze/Silver/Gold) on Google Cloud. Design streaming and batch data pipelines using BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Composer. • Client Management (PMP Focus): Act as the technical authority, managing customer requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with C-Level executives/business directors to translate KPIs into technical architectures. • Migration & Transformation: Lead the migration of on-premise data (e.g., Teradata) to Google BigQuery, including schema redesign and ETL/ELT orchestration. • Performance & Optimization: Optimize GCP resource costs and ensure data reliability, accuracy, and lineage (Audit Readiness). • Leadership: Mentor junior engineers, drive technical whiteboarding sessions, and lead POCs/pilots. Required Technical Expertise • GCP Stack: BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Composer, Pub/Sub, Cloud Run, Cloud Storage. • Languages: Expert SQL and Python. • Data Modeling: Expertise in data warehouse design (Kimball/Inmon). • Cloud Governance: Experience with Data Catalog, IAM, and CI/CD (Cloud Build/Tekton). Preferred Qualifications • Certifications: Google Professional Data Engineer or Google Professional Cloud Architect. • PMP Certification: Highly valued for managing large-scale transformation projects and stakeholder expectations Thanks & Regards Himanshu Verma | Recruiter – US Staffing Email: Himanshu.v@ampstek.com | Desk: (609)-527-8914 Ampstek LLC – Global IT Partner | www.ampstek.com