Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) Cloud Architect
Apetan Consulting
3 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
SeniorJob location
Remote
Tech stack
Java
Google BigQuery
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
Computer Programming
Computer Networks
Continuous Integration
Software Design Patterns
DevOps
Disaster Recovery
Distributed Systems
DNS
Federated Identity Management
Data Flow Control
Monitoring of Systems
Identity and Access Management
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Python
Performance Tuning
Software Tools
Cloud Services
Google Cloud Platform
Load Balancing
Cloud Monitoring
System Availability
IT Architecture
Multi-Cloud
HybridCloud
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Containerization
Kubernetes
Information Technology
Terraform
Serverless Computing
Microservices
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Google Cloud Platform Cloud Architect to design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform. The role involves working closely with engineering teams and stakeholders to define cloud architecture, ensure best practices, and drive cloud adoption., * Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions on Google Cloud Platform
- Define cloud architecture, standards, and best practices
- Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives (on-prem to Google Cloud Platform)
- Architect solutions using Google Cloud Platform services (Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Run, BigQuery, etc.)
- Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization
- Implement security best practices including IAM, encryption, and compliance
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to build CI/CD pipelines and automation
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architecture guidance
- Monitor and optimize cloud costs and resource utilization
Requirements
- Strong experience with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) services
- Expertise in cloud architecture, design patterns, and distributed systems
- Hands-on experience with Compute Engine, Kubernetes (GKE), and serverless services
- Knowledge of networking concepts (VPC, load balancing, DNS, VPN)
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Deployment Manager)
- Understanding of security best practices (IAM, identity federation, encryption)
- Experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices
- Proficiency in at least one programming/scripting language (Python, Java, or Go), * Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments
- Knowledge of data engineering tools (BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub)
- Familiarity with containerization and microservices architecture
- Experience with monitoring tools (Stackdriver / Cloud Monitoring)
- Understanding of compliance frameworks (ISO, SOC2, etc.), * Strong leadership and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- Problem-solving and strategic thinking, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)