Data Engineer – BigQuery / Dataform / Looker (Meridian Program)
Location : India (Remote / Hybrid)
Department : Transportation Data & Analytics
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer to join our Meridian Program — a strategic, multi-year initiative aimed at modernizing transportation routing and analytics by replacing legacy systems like Roadnet with a governed, scalable architecture on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
You’ll play a key role in maintaining current Roadnet data flows while designing and building the next generation governed data models in BigQuery and Looker.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable data models and transformations in BigQuery using Dataform / dbt.
- Maintain and optimize existing Roadnet data pipelines and ensure data continuity post-migration.
- Validate and enhance Looker dashboards, ensuring parity between legacy and new systems.
- Collaborate with data and business teams to build a governed, modular data architecture.
- Automate and orchestrate workflows using Python, Cloud Functions, or Terraform where applicable.
- Drive data governance, quality, and stewardship practices across analytics initiatives.
Required Skills (Non-Negotiable)
Expert-level SQL – complex joins, CTEs, incremental logic, and model optimization.BigQuery – strong hands-on experience building warehouse solutions.Dataform or dbt – modular, version-controlled transformation pipelines.Data Architecture & Modeling – scalable, governed design with clear lineage.Looker – strong experience with dashboards, LookML models, and validations.Core Stack : SQL + BigQuery + Dataform / dbt + Data Architecture + Looker
Preferred Skills
Python (Intermediate) – for ETL automation, data validations, or API integration.Cloud Functions (GCP) – automate data checks and trigger workflows.Terraform – manage infrastructure as code for consistent deployments.Transportation analytics – understanding routing KPIs and business logic.Governance mindset – ensuring data reliability and ownership.Bonus Stack : Python + Cloud Functions + Terraform + Domain Awareness
About Meridian
Meridian represents a set of forward-looking projects within the transportation organization. It focuses on :
Replacing legacy routing systems (like Roadnet)Establishing a governed BigQuery-based architectureEnsuring business continuity while reducing fragmented ownership and unmanaged data dependenciesThis is a critical role that offers the opportunity to influence the future of data modernization and analytics within a global transportation landscape.
Ideal Candidate Profile
4+ years of experience in data engineering or analytics engineering rolesStrong background in GCP, BigQuery, and Looker ecosystemsExperience building governed data models and modular transformationsProven ability to work cross-functionally with data and business stakeholdersPassion for data quality, governance, and scalable architectureWhy Join
Be part of a high-impact, multi-year transformation programWork with cutting-edge Google Cloud data stackDrive the creation of a future-ready data foundation for global operations