Architect - GCP

Saama Technologies Inc

90d

About The Position

The GCP Architect is responsible for designing and implementing cloud-native architectures using various GCP services like Compute Engine, Cloud Functions, and Kubernetes Engine (GKE). They create comprehensive technical designs, considering factors like security, performance, and cost-efficiency. The role also involves developing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Google Cloud Deployment Manager to automate resource provisioning and management. Additionally, the GCP Architect leads cloud migration projects, ensuring a smooth transition from on-premises or other cloud environments to GCP, and collaborates with development teams to migrate and optimize existing applications. Monitoring and optimizing cloud performance is crucial, ensuring high availability, security, and cost-efficiency, often using tools like Stackdriver or Cloud Monitoring. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to define and enforce cloud architecture best practices, providing technical guidance and mentorship to engineering and development teams.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of GCP services and architectures.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless computing.
• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages like Python, Go, or Java.
• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect certification is preferred.
• Strong communication skills to interact with clients, stakeholders, and technical teams.
• Strategic thinking, leadership, and ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud-native architectures using GCP services.
• Create comprehensive technical designs considering security, performance, and cost-efficiency.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Google Cloud Deployment Manager.
• Lead cloud migration projects from on-premises or other cloud environments to GCP.
• Collaborate with development teams to migrate and optimize existing applications.
• Monitor and optimize cloud performance for high availability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define and enforce cloud architecture best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering and development teams.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees