Data Engineer (Python, R, Cloud)

*This is kind of independent consultant role 

hands-on experience and strong exposure across most of the required skills, especially:

GCP + Python + SQL + ETL/ELT + Apache Airflow + GitLab/GitHub

Must-Have Requirements

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in IT, Mathematics, Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Minimum 3–4 years of hands-on experience in Data Engineering.

Strong experience with Google Cloud Platform, GCP.

Strong experience in ETL/ELT development.

Good programming experience in Python.

Experience with Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration.

Exposure to Kubernetes.

Experience with GitLab and/or GitHub for code versioning.

Strong working knowledge of SQL.

Familiarity with data pipeline and workflow management tools.

Understanding of data quality, data integrity, and transformation processes.

Good to Have

Familiarity with containerisation and orchestration tools.

Exposure to NoSQL databases.

Understanding of distributed computing principles.

Working knowledge of tools such as G Suite, Jira, and Confluence.