GCP Data Cloud Architect with AI

Brief DescriptionAbout UsAt FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people's homes — faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else. We're not just a food company. We're a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building one of the most innovative end-to-end food supply chains in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care. We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients — then use smart data, automation, and logistics to deliver them at peak freshness. It's grocery shopping reimagined — and we're just getting started. If you're passionate about innovation, care deeply about what people eat, and want to help build the future of food, we'd love to meet you.The RoleGCP Cloud Data Architect with foundational experience in cloud data platforms and a strong interest in building expertise in BigQuery, AlloyDB, Data pipelines, and modern data processing tools. In this role, you will support the development of scalable data solutions on GCP, assist with cloud migration initiatives, and contribute to building pipelines using technologies such as Dataflow, Dataproc, dbt and Cloud Composer. You will also gain exposure to data transformation frameworks like Dataform and AI/ML use cases. As a Data Architect, you will help enable:Advanced Supply Chain Intelligence: Support development of scalable pipelines using BigQuery, AlloyDB, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, Dataproc and Dbt for processing large-scale batch and streaming data used in inventory and forecasting.Customer 360 & Personalization: Assist in integrating transactional and behavioral data using Pub/Sub and Dataflow and help prepare datasets for downstream analytics and personalization.Real-time Operational Intelligence: Contribute to event-driven pipelines and workflow orchestration using Cloud Composer for operational reporting and KPI tracking.Strategic Data Products: Help build and maintain data models and curated datasets that support analytics and reporting across business teams.This is a hands-on role designed to help you grow into a senior architect by working on real-world data challenges in a modern cloud environment.What You'll DoAssist in designing and implementing data warehouse solutions on GCP using BigQuery, AlloyDB, Cloud Storage, Dataflow, Dbt and DataprocSupport cloud migration activities, including data validation, testing, and pipeline developmentDevelop and optimize SQL queries for analytics and reportingBuild and maintain batch and streaming data pipelines using Dataflow and Pub/SubSupport workflow orchestration and scheduling using Cloud Composer (Airflow)Contribute to data transformation and modeling using Dataflow, Dataproc, Dataform, Dbt or similar toolsAssist in building and maintaining data models for analytics and reportingSupport data governance initiatives such as data quality checks, metadata tagging, and access controlsAssist with preparing datasets and pipelines for AI/ML use cases using Vertex AICollaborate with engineering, data, and product teams to understand and implement data requirementsMonitor and troubleshoot data pipelines to ensure reliability and performanceDocument data processes, workflows, and architecture components.What You'll Bring2–5 years of experience in data engineering, data analytics, or cloud-based data platformsStrong SQL skills and experience working with large datasetsExperience in GCP services such as BigQuery, AlloyDB, Dataflow, Dataproc, Cloud Storage, Dataform, Dbt or Pub/SubExposure to Python or similar programming languageAI/GenAI for Data Engineering: Experience leveraging LLM-based tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or Gemini to enhance productivity in GCP data engineering workflows—e.g., generating SQL/BigQuery queries, writing Dataflow or Dataproc pipelines, optimizing Dbt/Dataform transformations, automating documentation, troubleshooting data quality issues, and accelerating code development. Skilled in prompt engineering and validating AI-generated outputs for correctness, performance, and adherence to data governance and security standardsFamiliarity with ETL/ELT processes and data pipeline developmentUnderstanding of data modeling concepts (e.g., star schema, normalization, Dimensional Models)Understanding of modern data architecture patterns, including Medallion Architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold layers) and other data warehousing paradigmsBasic understanding of workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow / Cloud Composer)Interest in cloud data architecture and AI/ML technologiesStrong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn and ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environmentExperience or exposure to eCommerce or retail data use cases (e.g., customer analytics, personalization, inventory, order or supply chain data)GCP certification (Associate Cloud Engineer or Data Engineer)Familiarity with BI tools such as Power BI or similar tools (e.g. looker)Basic understanding of data governance, data quality, or metadata managementExposure machine learning concepts or tools such as Vertex AIExposure to data quality tools, lineage tracking, or real-time observability stacksGood communication and collaboration skillsOur Values at FreshDirectWe live these values every day: A Passion for our customers, One team, one mission, Delivering excellence, every time, Act with integrity, Make fast, bold decisions, We love food.What You'll Love About Working HereA fast-paced, innovative environment where ideas turn into actionOpportunities for growth — many of our leaders have risen through the ranksDirect impact on how thousands of customers experience food every daySalary$122,000.00 – $155,000.00Total Rewards & BenefitsCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsPTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid HolidaysMedical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Disability coverage401(k) with employer match and Life InsuranceState-of-the-art Bronx campus with on-site basketball court, cafeteria, and employee marketOnsite FREE parkingFREE employee shuttle bus service from nearby Subway stationTraining, leadership development, and tuition discount at local colleges20% employee discount on FreshDirect online orders and Brooklyn wine storeMinimum 50% employee discount at our onsite employee marketMobile phone discounts through partnerships with T-Mobile and VerizonGym membership discounts through NYSCOur CultureWe embrace an in-office culture, composed of individuals who thrive on the collaboration and energy that comes from working together in a shared space. We are looking for people who excel in this environment, where physical presence enhances connections and engagement. At FreshDirect, we've created an environment that thrives on teamwork, where associates can innovate, grow, and have successful careers. Many of our leaders have successfully come up through our ranks. Because of our team's extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.Equal OpportunityWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fresh Direct, LLC and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.J-18808-Ljbffr