We are seeking a Google Looker Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to work directly with clients to design, build, and deploy modern analytics, AI, and data solutions leveraging Looker, BigQuery, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Gemini-powered analytics . This is a highly customer-facing role that combines analytics engineering, data engineering, semantic modeling, BI modernization, and solution delivery. You will partner closely with customer stakeholders, architects, analysts, and engineers to rapidly deliver business value, accelerate platform adoption, and enable organizations to build scalable, self-service analytics solutions.
Your role
- Design, develop, and deploy LookML models, Explores, dashboards, embedded analytics, and data applications .
- Build and maintain governed semantic layers, business metrics, dimensions, and access controls aligned with enterprise standards.
- Develop and optimize BigQuery data pipelines, transformations, and analytics workflows.
- Implement CI/CD, Dataform/dbt pipelines, API integrations, and automation processes to improve delivery efficiency.
- Enable conversational analytics and AI-powered experiences using Gemini in Looker and BigQuery .
- Support migrations from Tableau, Power BI, Cognos, BusinessObjects, MicroStrategy, and other BI platforms to Looker.
- Conduct customer workshops, technical discovery sessions, and agile delivery sprints.
- Troubleshoot and optimize query performance, semantic models, caching strategies, and analytics environments.
- Create documentation, knowledge transfer materials, and train-the-trainer programs to support long-term customer success.
- Capture customer feedback and collaborate with product and engineering teams to improve platform capabilities and delivery methodologies.
Skills and experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in analytics engineering, BI development, data engineering, or analytics platform implementation.
- 2+ years of hands-on Looker development experience, including LookML, dashboards, and semantic modeling.
- Strong SQL skills and experience working with BigQuery or modern cloud data warehouse platforms.
- Experience building and supporting production analytics solutions and data pipelines.
- Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, testing, and software development best practices.
- Strong customer-facing communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to operate effectively in agile, fast-paced consulting and delivery environments.
The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $89,400 - $166,398.
Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.
The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.
These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini's discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
