Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, Cloud Spanner)

SQL and advanced query optimization

Python or Java for data engineering

Apache Spark and distributed computing

ETL/ELT tools and frameworks

Data pipeline orchestration (Apache Airflow, Cloud Composer, Dataflow)

Version control systems (Git)

CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Data warehousing and dimensional modeling

API development and integration

Linux/Unix command line proficiency

Monitoring and logging tools (Stackdriver, Datadog, etc.)

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Leadership and mentoring capabilities

Attention to detail and commitment to code quality

Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies

Project management and organizational skills

Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Time management and ability to handle multiple priorities