GCP Architect

Job summary

The GCP Architect will design and implement scalable cloud solutions while leading migration strategies and technical teams. They are responsible for ensuring architectural compliance, mentoring developers, and aligning cloud infrastructure with business objectives.

Job details

Job Title: GCP Architect Location: Dearborn, MI (Onsite) Client: Tech Mahindra/ Ford Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Architect with a strong background in cloud architecture, specifically in Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions. As a Technical Architect, you will play a critical role in guiding our technical teams and ensuring that our cloud infrastructure aligns with business objectives. Responsibilities: Design and implement cloud architecture solutions on Google Cloud Platform that meet business requirements. Collaborate with cross functional teams to define technical requirements and translate them into architectural designs. Lead the development of cloud migration strategies and execution plans. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring best practices in cloud architecture. Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in cloud technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems. Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle. Document architectural designs, processes, and best practices for future reference. Mandatory Skills: Strong knowledge and experience as a Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect. Proficiency in designing and deploying cloud native applications and services. Experience with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks. Expertise in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Google Cloud Deployment Manager. Strong understanding of networking, storage, and compute services in GCP. Ability to troubleshoot and optimize cloud environments for performance and cost efficiency. Preferred Skills: Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go. Experience with data management and analytics services in GCP. Certifications in related technologies or methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, ITIL) are a plus. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. 10 15 years of experience in IT, with a focus on cloud architecture and solutions. Proven track record of successful cloud implementations and migrations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What you’ll do

The GCP Architect will design and implement scalable cloud solutions while leading migration strategies and technical teams. They are responsible for ensuring architectural compliance, mentoring developers, and aligning cloud infrastructure with business objectives.

Requirements

Candidates must have 10-15 years of experience in IT with a focus on cloud architecture and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Proficiency in GCP services, infrastructure as code tools, and cloud security best practices is mandatory.

Listed skills

• Terraform · Preferred
• Docker · Preferred
• Kubernetes · Preferred
• CI/CD · Preferred
• Python · Preferred
• Java · Preferred
• Go · Preferred
• data management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Google Cloud Platform
• Cloud Architecture
• Terraform
• Google Cloud Deployment Manager
• Infrastructure as Code
• Cloud Migration
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• DevOps
• CI/CD
• Python
• Java
• Go
• Cloud Security
• Networking
• Data Management
• Pipelines
• Industry Standards
• Business Objectives
• Cloud-Native Applications
• Go (Programming Language)
• Technical Requirements
• Google Professional Cloud Architect
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Technical Leadership
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Programming Languages
• Java (Programming Language)
• Business Requirements
• Containerization
• Cloud Computing Architecture
• Cloud Infrastructure
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Scalability
• ITIL 4
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Python (Programming Language)
• Mentorship
• Systems Development Life Cycle
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Cloud Technologies
• The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF)
• Docker (Software)

Job areas

• Technology
• Software
• Data & Analytics
• Engineering
• Consulting
• GCP Auditor
• Software Architect (General)
• Software Developers

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