GCP Data Engineer - £400-£450 per day
Initial 6-month contract | Remote-first (occasional travel to Newcastle / 1 x a month)
Start date: ASAP | Outside IR35
Dcoded are partnering with a leading consultancy who are looking for a skilled GCP Data Engineer to join their team. This role offers the flexibility of working remotely, with the expectation of travelling to the North East around once a month.
The role
As a Data Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining modern, compliant, and scalable data solutions. You'll ensure seamless integration and movement of data across systems, working with cloud-based architectures and a wide range of tools including BigQuery, PostgreSQL, Python, and Kafka.
You'll play a key role in enabling high-quality data pipelines, improving data lineage, and translating business needs into technical solutions that deliver real insights.
Key responsibilities
Lead by example in delivering reliable, efficient, and compliant data solutions
Integrate, consolidate, and transmit data while maintaining high quality standards
Design and deliver solutions that support business needs
Build and maintain data services with tools such as BigQuery, PostgreSQL, Python, and Kafka
Develop and enhance data pipelines in cloud-based environments, applying software engineering best practices
Own complex feature development and act as a voice for best practice within the team
Collaborate with senior stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical outcomes
Drive continuous improvement in data lineage and quality
Essential experience
Strong SQL querying and development expertise
Experience with relational SQL and/or analytics databases (Postgres, Cassandra, BigQuery)
Proven background in designing, developing, and deploying modern data solutions using best practice software engineering principles
Solid understanding of data modelling, ETL processes, data warehousing, and both structured & unstructured data
Confident working with cloud-based technologies and deployment infrastructure
Awareness of how Data Engineering and Data Analysis fit within broader Data Science and BI workflows
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
