Cloud Architect - Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

West Monroe Partners • Chicago, IL

65d

About The Position

West Monroe is hiring a Cloud Architect for our growing Enterprise Technology practice! This role will focus on leading Google Cloud Platform (GCP) migrations and modernizing complex IT environments for a wide range of clients. The architect will play a key role in designing, engineering, and deploying cutting-edge GCP solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred, or equivalent experience required.
• Consulting firm/industry experience preferred.
• 5-10+ years of experience in an IT architecture/engineering role, with a focus on cloud computing and GCP migrations.
• Proven experience leading on-premises to GCP migration projects, including assessment, planning, and execution.
• Strong understanding of GCP services such as Compute Engine, BigQuery, Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, and networking.
• Proficient with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and deployment automation in GCP.
• Experience with DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and monitoring within GCP environments.
• Confident communication, presentation, and team leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel for client engagements.

Nice To Haves

• GCP Professional Certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Data Engineer)
• Scripting experience (Python, PowerShell)
• Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, ISO, PCI)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with West Monroe consultants and client leadership to architect, build, and deploy secure GCP cloud solutions that improve business operations.
• Assess current-state IT environments, interview stakeholders, gather/define requirements, and recommend viable GCP migration strategies and solutions.
• Design and implement GCP landing zones that align with best practices for scalability, security, and governance.
• Lead on-premises to GCP migration projects, including workload assessment, migration planning, and execution.
• Develop and enforce GCP architecture standards, best practices, and governance frameworks to ensure secure, compliant, and consistent solutions.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform to automate deployments in GCP.
• Optimize GCP services, applications, and IT systems to enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency.
• Support analysis for key decisions regarding project direction, including GCP service selections, team workstreams, and methodology.
• Provide technical leadership in implementing DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployment in GCP environments.
• Assist in business development by supporting proposals, pre-sales technical discovery, and client presentations related to GCP.
• Act as a mentor and coach to junior consultants on GCP technical best practices, professional development, and client engagement.
• Contribute to practice development and Center of Excellence meetings by sharing insights, tools, and methodologies to improve delivery.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree