Job Description
Job Title: Google Cloud Platform Cloud Architect Location: Atlanta, GA Experience:15+ years in cloud architecture Duration: Long-Term A Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) Architect designs, builds, and manages secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud infrastructure and applications. They bridge business requirements with technology, focusing on cloud-native solutions, migration strategies, security, and cost optimization to support organizational growth and digital transformation. Key Skills & Responsibilities Experience Required: 15 to 20 years Strong understanding of Google Cloud Platform services ( GCE, GKE, etc.) and best practices in security and infrastructure Hands-on experience with Terraform , Kubernetes , and advanced troubleshooting Proficiency in Ansible for package deployment and inventory reporting ( custom playbook creation ) Experience with CI/CD tools like ArgoCD and ArgoCI ( used for migration to multitenancy ) Integration knowledge with tools like Prometheus , Grafana , etc. Who can work on DevOps, Automation and FinOps activities. Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) Key Responsibilities: Architecture Design: Create, maintain, and implement comprehensive Google Cloud Platform cloud strategies, including IaaS and PaaS solutions. System Migration & Integration: Lead the migration of on-premises infrastructure to Google Cloud Platform, as well as hybrid or multi-cloud setups. Security & Compliance: Design secure cloud architectures, implementing Identity and Access Management ( IAM ), encryption, and compliance with standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA ). Optimization: Monitor, analyze, and optimize cloud resources for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency (FinOps). Technology Leadership: Provide technical guidance on Google Cloud Platform services (e.g., Compute Engine, GKE, BigQuery, Vertex AI), DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines. Collaboration: Work with engineering, development, and operational teams to align technology with business goals. Required Skills and Qualifications: Google Cloud Platform Expertise: Deep, hands-on experience with core Google Cloud Platform services (Compute, Storage, Networking ). Certifications: Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification preferred. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Experience with Terraform or Cloud Deployment Manager. Networking Knowledge: Strong understanding of VPCs, VPNs, Interconnect, and DNS. Containers/DevOps: Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes (GKE). Experience: 15+ years in cloud architecture.