Sr. Data Engineer-San Jose

Post Date

Sep 02, 2025

Location

San Jose,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

95128
US
Nov 07, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Data Warehousing

Req #

SJC-60f5bab4-c26d-4b1b-b8cb-ae9befa5a6f0

Pay Rate

$45 - $56 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We’re seeking Senior Data Engineers with expertise in large-scale data migration, real-time streaming, and cloud-native architecture. You’ll play a key role in designing and implementing data pipelines using GCP technologies and ensuring data quality, performance, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities
-Design and implement scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using GCP tools
-Lead large-scale data migration efforts from legacy systems to cloud platforms
-Develop real-time streaming solutions using Kafka and Pub/Sub
-Work with Cloud Dataflow, BigQuery, Bigtable, and Cloud Storage
Ensure data validation, quality assurance, and monitoring
-Deliver cloud-native architecture documentation and code through SCRUM processes
-Build comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems
-Optimize performance through benchmarking and tuning
-Contribute to knowledge transfer and internal documentation

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Required Skills & Experience

-5+ years of experience in data engineering
-Strong hands-on experience with GCP data services (Dataflow, BigQuery, Bigtable)
-Expertise in streaming architectures (Kafka, Pub/Sub)
-Proven track record in data migration and pipeline development
-Experience with cloud-native architecture and containerized environments
-Familiarity with SCRUM and agile delivery practices

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience in FinTech or regulated data environments
Knowledge of data governance and compliance standards
Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps for data workflows

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.