Project Manager with GCP

Role : Project Manager with Data Engineering Background with GCPLocation : NJ 07652 USA (Hybrid/ 4 Days a week)ContractDetailed JD:Experience managing large-scale data/cloud transformations, focusing on GCP data engineering (BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage). Responsibilities include managing Agile workflows, defining data pipeline requirements, optimizing cost/performance, and driving migration from on-premise to GCP. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager with a strong background in data engineering and the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You will lead cross-functional teams to design, build, and deploy robust data pipelines and analytics solutions, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Key Responsibilities· Project Delivery: Oversee full-lifecycle development of scalable GCP data architectures (batch and streaming).· GCP Expertise: Guide development using BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, and Composer.· Agile Management: Facilitate sprints, manage backlogs in Jira/Confluence, and remove impediments.· Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with data engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to define requirements and data governance.· Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize data system performance, cost, and security.· Data Migration: Lead initiatives for migrating on-premise data environments to GCP. Required Qualifications·Experience: 10+ years in IT Project/Program Management.·GCP/Cloud Knowledge: Demonstrated experience with GCP data products.· Technical Understanding: Solid grasp of ETL/ELT pipelines, data modeling, and warehousing.· Methodology: Strong experience with Agile/Scrum.· Skills: Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications· Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer Certification.· Background in software development (Python/SQL)