<p>Robert Half is currently partnering with a well-established company in San Diego that is looking for a Senior Data Engineer, experienced in BigQuery, DBT (Data Build Tool), and GCP. This position is full time (permanent placement) that is 100% onsite in San Diego. We are looking for a Principal Data Engineer that is passionate about optimizing systems with advanced techniques in partitioning, indexing, and Google Sequences for efficient data processing. Must have experience in DBT!</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Design and implement scalable, high-performance data solutions on GCP.</li><li>Develop data pipelines, data warehouses, and data lakes using GCP services (BigQuery, and DBT, etc.).</li><li>Build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform, and load data from various sources.</li><li>Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the data lifecycle.</li><li>Design, develop, and implement a new version of a big data tool tailored to client requirements.</li><li>Leverage advanced expertise in DBT (Data Build Tool) and Google BigQuery to model and transform data pipelines.</li><li>Optimize systems with advanced techniques in partitioning, indexing, and Google Sequences for efficient data processing.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with product and technical teams to align project deliverables with client goals.</li><li>Monitor, debug, and refine the performance of the big data tool throughout the development lifecycle.</li></ul><p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of experience in a data engineering role in GCP .</li><li>Proven experience in designing, building, and deploying data solutions on GCP.</li><li>Strong expertise in SQL, data warehouse design, and data pipeline development.</li><li>Understanding of cloud architecture principles and best practices.</li><li>Proven experience with DBT, BigQuery, and other big data tools.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of partitioning, indexing, and Google Sequences strategies.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and troubleshoot complex systems.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Experience with Looker or other data visualization tools.</li></ul>
<p>SUMMARY OF POSITION: </p><p>The Senior Data Analyst plays a pivotal role in transforming data into actionable insights that drive business decisions and operational excellence across the organization. As a senior member of the Data Team—part of the IT Division—the analyst will lead advanced data modeling, analytics, and visualization efforts, while mentoring peers and ensuring adherence to data governance and quality standards.</p><p><br></p><p>This position partners closely with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, HR, and Project Management to deliver trusted data solutions from our Azure Databricks Lakehouse and connected systems (Deltek Vantagepoint, Dynamics 365, Workday, and others). The ideal candidate is highly analytical, self-driven, and passionate about leveraging data to enable smarter business outcomes.</p><p><br></p><p>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:</p><p>• Lead advanced analytical projects using data sourced from the company’s Azure Databricks lakehouse, ensuring outputs align with strategic business objectives.</p><p>• Design and develop Power BI dashboards leveraging Microsoft Fabric capacity and robust data models for scalability, governance, and performance.</p><p>• Build and maintain data models and transformations in Databricks SQL using Delta tables, Unity Catalog, and Lakehouse architecture best practices.</p><p>• Collaborate with data engineers to enhance ingestion pipelines using Fivetran, Workato, REST APIs, and other connectors.</p><p>• Perform exploratory and diagnostic analyses using SQL, Python (pandas, numpy), and Power BI to uncover business trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.</p><p>• Ensure data quality and lineage through established data governance frameworks, including metadata documentation, business glossary maintenance, and data issue management.</p><p>• Develop stored procedures and SQL logic to support operational systems such as Deltek Vantagepoint and related financial integrations.</p><p>• Collaborate with business stewards and system owners to validate data accuracy and drive consistency across departments.</p><p>• Mentor junior analysts and help define Power BI development standards, DAX best practices, and model optimization techniques.</p><p>• Communicate insights effectively through visual storytelling, executive dashboards, and data narratives tailored for non-technical audiences.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE</p><p>• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field.</p><p>• Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in data analytics, BI development, or related technical roles.</p><p>• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms (Azure, Databricks, or Snowflake).</p><p>• Microsoft Certification PL-300 (Power BI Data Analyst) or DP-900 / Databricks Certified Data Analyst preferred.</p>
We are looking for a talented Content Creator to join our team in La Jolla, California. This contract-to-permanent position requires a dynamic individual who excels in storytelling, production, and audience engagement. The ideal candidate will balance creative strategy with hands-on execution, crafting compelling narratives and visually stunning content while maintaining brand integrity across platforms.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop impactful, on-brand PowerPoint presentations, sales materials, and event collateral that align with the organization's messaging.<br>• Ensure consistent visual and thematic representation of the brand across all digital and print platforms.<br>• Oversee the production of video and podcast content, including pre-production planning, scripting, and post-production editing.<br>• Collaborate with teams to design and refine narratives for campaigns, presentations, and educational materials.<br>• Explore innovative formats and creative approaches to enhance audience engagement and content effectiveness.<br>• Stay informed on industry trends to create relevant and cutting-edge content strategies.<br>• Simplify complex ideas into accessible and visually appealing content for diverse audiences.<br>• Manage compliance requirements while maintaining creativity and brand voice.<br>• Experiment with new tools and methods to continuously improve the quality of content production.
