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We are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to spearhead a GCP-based data platform initiative. This role centers on leading the design, development, and evolution of data pipelines and analytics infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform, shaping a scalable and reliable data ecosystem that fuels reporting and analytics across the organization. As a technical leader, you will guide a team of data engineers, set best practices, and serve as the key technical authority on the platform.

Responsibilities





Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of data pipelines leveraging Dataflow on GCP
Define standards and drive the development and optimization of data models and queries within BigQuery
Oversee the design and support of reporting and analytics layers powered by Looker (or similar BI tooling)
Own the technical direction and evolution of the broader GCP Data Platform
Establish and enforce data governance best practices, covering access controls, data quality, lineage, and documentation across pipelines and datasets
Mentor and guide data engineers, performing code reviews and fostering technical growth within the team
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and leadership to convert business and data requirements into scalable technical solutions and long-term roadmaps
Set up monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting practices to safeguard data pipeline performance and reliability

📌 Lead Data Engineer (Colombia)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Colombia