Architect - GCP
Description
Key Responsibilities:
Solution Design & Implementation: Design and implement cloud-native architectures using various GCP services like Compute Engine, Cloud Functions, and Kubernetes Engine (GKE). They also create comprehensive technical designs, considering factors like security, performance, and cost-efficiency.
Solution Design & Implementation: Design and implement cloud-native architectures using various GCP services like Compute Engine, Cloud Functions, and Kubernetes Engine (GKE). They also create comprehensive technical designs, considering factors like security, performance, and cost-efficiency.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain IaC using tools like Terraform or Google Cloud Deployment Manager to automate resource provisioning and management.
Migration: Lead cloud migration projects, ensuring a smooth transition from on-premises or other cloud environments to GCP. They also collaborate with development teams to migrate and optimize existing applications.
Monitoring & Optimization: Monitor and optimize cloud performance, ensuring high availability, security, and cost-efficiency. This involves using tools like Stackdriver or Cloud Monitoring.
Collaboration & Guidance: Work with cross-functional teams to define and enforce cloud architecture best practices. They also provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering and development teams.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of GCP services and architectures is essential. This includes experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), serverless computing, and networking. Proficiency in programming or scripting languages like Python, Go, or Java is also required.
Problem-Solving: A GCP Architect must have strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
Certifications: A Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect certification is often a required or preferred qualification.
Soft Skills: They must possess strong communication skills to interact with clients, stakeholders, and technical teams. Strategic thinking, leadership, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment are also critical.
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant field.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, including but not limited to, computers, phones, and photocopiers.
Physical Demands
This position requires the frequent and repetitive use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse. Hand and finger dexterity is required.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO
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