Cloud Architect- GCP

Capgemini•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for Cloud Architecture and Design. Design and implement cloud-based technical architectures, migration approaches, and application optimizations. Evaluate and recommend appropriate GCP Services for specific business requirements.Job Description - Location: Various Travel: 25% Key Responsibilities: Cloud Architecture & Design: Design and implement cloud-based technical architectures, migration approaches, and application optimizations. Evaluate and recommend appropriate GCP services for specific business requirements. Create and maintain cloud infrastructure diagrams and documentation. Infrastructure Management: Provision, configure, and manage virtual machines, networks, storage, and other GCP resources. Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using tools like Terraform and CloudFormation. Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure performance and availability. Application Development & Deployment: Develop and deploy cloud-native applications using containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Integrate with other GCP services like BigQuery, Cloud Functions, and Pub/Sub. Ensure application scalability, reliability, and performance in the cloud. • Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain security best practices and controls within the GCP environment. Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (HIPAA, SOC 2). Monitor for and respond to security threats and vulnerabilities. Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., development, operations, security) to deliver successful cloud projects. Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members. Required Skills: Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and best practices. Hands-on experience with GCP services (e.g., Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Cloud SQL, Cloud Storage). Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation). Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash). Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred). Desired Skills: Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools). Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, VPNs). Experience with data analytics and big data technologies. Relevant cloud certifications (Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect) Life at Capgemini Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer: Flexible work Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan Paid time off and paid holidays Paid parental leave Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring Mentoring, coaching and learning programs Employee Resource Groups Disaster Relief The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $130,000 - $179,850. Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law. The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity. It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws. Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include: Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada) Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada) Life and disability insurance Employee assistance programs Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation. Disclaimers Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact. Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process. Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

Requirements

Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and best practices.
Hands-on experience with GCP services (e.g., Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Cloud SQL, Cloud Storage).
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

Nice To Haves

Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools).
Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, VPNs).
Experience with data analytics and big data technologies.
Relevant cloud certifications (Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect)

Responsibilities

Design and implement cloud-based technical architectures, migration approaches, and application optimizations.
Evaluate and recommend appropriate GCP services for specific business requirements.
Create and maintain cloud infrastructure diagrams and documentation.
Provision, configure, and manage virtual machines, networks, storage, and other GCP resources.
Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using tools like Terraform and CloudFormation.
Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure performance and availability.
Develop and deploy cloud-native applications using containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
Integrate with other GCP services like BigQuery, Cloud Functions, and Pub/Sub.
Ensure application scalability, reliability, and performance in the cloud.
Implement and maintain security best practices and controls within the GCP environment.
Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (HIPAA, SOC 2).
Monitor for and respond to security threats and vulnerabilities.
Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., development, operations, security) to deliver successful cloud projects.
Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members.

Benefits

Flexible work
Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
Paid time off and paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring
Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
Employee Resource Groups
Disaster Relief
Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance programs
Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility