GCP Data Engineer

Company Description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

Job Description

Mattel is seeking a GCP Data Engineer, based out of our Technology & Innovation Center in Hyderabad, India, reporting to the IT Director for Enterprise Data and Analytics.

This role will lead the design and development of scalable cloud-based data pipelines using tools like BigQuery, Python, SQL, DBT, and Airflow. You will drive detailed designs decisions, ensure data quality, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver trusted, analytics-ready datasets. This role also includes mentoring junior engineers and setting engineering best practices to support Mattel’s enterprise data strategy.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performing data integration pipelines for structured and semi-structured data using Google BigQuery.
• Design and develop scalable data integration pipelines to ingest structured and semi-structured data from enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, E-commerce, Order Management) into a centralized cloud data warehouse using Google BigQuery.
• Build analytics-ready pipelines that transform raw data into trusted, curated datasets for reporting, dashboards, and advanced analytics.
• Implement transformation logic using DBT to create modular, maintainable, and reusable data models that evolve with business needs.
• Apply BigQuery best practices—including partitioning, clustering, and query optimization—to ensure high performance and scalability.
• Automate and monitor complex data workflows using Airflow/Cloud Composer, ensuring dependable pipeline orchestration and job execution.
• Develop efficient, reusable Python and SQL code for data ingestion, transformation, validation, and performance tuning across the pipeline lifecycle.
• Establish robust data quality checks and testing strategies to validate both technical accuracy and alignment with business logic.
• Partner with architects and Technical leads to establish best practices, scalable frameworks, and reference implementations across projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including data analysts, BI developers, and product owners—to understand integration needs and deliver impactful, business-aligned data solutions.
• Leverage modern ETL platforms such as Ascend.io, Databricks, Dataflow, or Fivetran to accelerate development and improve observability and orchestration.
• Contribute to technical documentation, CI/CD workflows, and monitoring processes to drive transparency, reliability, and continuous improvement across the data engineering ecosystem.
• Mentor junior engineers, conduct peer code reviews, and lead technical discussions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in data engineering with strong expertise in data warehousing, pipeline development, and analytics on cloud platforms.
• Expert-level experience in:
  • Google BigQuery for large-scale data warehousing and analytics.
  • Python for data processing, orchestration, and scripting.
  • SQL for data wrangling, transformation, and query optimization.
  • DBT for developing modular and maintainable data transformation layers.
  • Airflow / Cloud Composer for workflow orchestration and scheduling.
• Proven experience building enterprise-grade ETL/ELT pipelines and scalable data architectures.
• Strong understanding of data quality frameworks, validation techniques, and governance processes.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and managing IT backlogs in a collaborative, iterative environment.
• Preferred experience with:
  • Tools like Ascend.io, Databricks, Fivetran, or Dataflow.
  • Data cataloging/governance tools (e.g., Collibra).
  • CI/CD tools, Git workflows, and infrastructure automation.
  • Real-time/event-driven data processing using Pub/Sub, Kafka, or similar platforms.
• Strategic problem-solving skills and ability to architect innovative solutions.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and lead adoption across teams.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Good experience on Agile Methodologies like Scrum, Kanban, and managing IT backlog.
• Be a “go-to” expert for data technologies and solutions.

Additional Information

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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