• Manager, Data Engineering

    TEKsystems (Nashville, TN)


    Data Engineer Manager – GCP

     

    Compensation: $140,000–$150,000 base + 10% annual bonus + full benefits

     

    Client: TEKsystems' large healthcare client

    Overview:

    TEKsystems is partnering with a large healthcare client to hire a Data Engineer Manager with strong leadership capabilities and deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), particularly BigQuery. This role is ideal for a technically skilled data engineer who thrives in a leadership capacity, enjoys mentoring teams, and is passionate about building scalable data solutions in a collaborative environment.

    Top Skills & Qualifications:

    + GCP Expertise: Proven experience designing, building, and scaling data pipelines in GCP, especially with BigQuery.

    + Development Skills: Strong in Python and SQL, with full SDLC experience.

    + Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide data engineering teams, monitor performance, and resolve bottlenecks.

    Soft Skills Are Critical:

    The ideal candidate is a people-first leader with strong follow-through, organizational skills, and a collaborative mindset. These qualities are more important to the hiring Sr. Director than technical skills alone.

    Nice-to-Have Skills:

    + Experience with GenAI

    + Familiarity with Agile and DevOps practices

    + Automation and deployment streamlining

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Design and maintain scalable data pipelines using GCP services.

    + Develop and optimize complex SQL queries for ETL/ELT processes.

    + Write clean, efficient Python code for data processing and automation.

    + Collaborate with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.

    + Ensure data quality, integrity, and security.

    + Troubleshoot and resolve data issues with root cause analysis.

    + Lead small to mid-sized data initiatives from concept to deployment.

    + Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.

    Required Experience:

    + 5–7 years in data engineering or a related role.

    + Deep knowledge of SQL and relational databases.

    + Strong Python development skills.

    + Hands-on experience with GCP tools like BigQuery, Dataflow, Composer, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Storage.

    + Solid understanding of data modeling, ETL/ELT, and data architecture.

    + Agile development and version control (e.g., Git) experience.

    + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    Preferred Experience:

    + Exposure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and Oracle ERP data structures.

    + Familiarity with data visualization tools (Looker, Tableau, Power BI).

    + Experience with additional programming languages or frameworks.

    Team & Culture:

    You’ll be joining a growing team of 12+ data engineers, with opportunities to lead and shape the team’s direction. The environment is collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven, with a strong emphasis on delivering high-quality, scalable data solutions.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

     

    Full benefits, Healthcare, 401(k), etc.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Nashville,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 2025.

    h4>About TEKsystems:

    We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

    About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

    We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.