Senior Cloud Architect
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Google Cloud Architect to design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure and services primarily on Google cloud , including compute, storage, networking, and security components. This role requires a deep understanding of designing, deploying, and managing cloud infrastructure. About Cognizant's CIS Practice: Cognizant's CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success. In this role, you will: Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure and services primarily on Google cloud , including compute, storage, networking, and security components. Support and manage workloads on AWS and Azure as required Monitor cloud environments for performance, availability, and security; respond to incidents and troubleshoot solutions. Respond to outages, security incidents, and performance bottlenecks Collaborate with development, security, and business operations teams to support application deployments and cloud adoption initiatives. Plan and execute cloud migration from Azure to GCP and M&A integration activities Stay current with cloud technology trends and provide recommendations for improvements and new services Generate reports on inventory, performance, costs, and security posture Document cloud architectures, processes, and runbooks.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered
- Proven hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, Azure
- Proficiency in major cloud provider: GCP
- Understanding of cloud architecture and security principles and best practices
- Familiarity with database services on cloud platforms (Cloud SQL, Azure SQL, Amazon RDS
- Strong knowledge of cloud networking concepts such as VNets, load balancers, and DNS
- Familiarity with scripting and automation languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex cloud infrastructure and application issues
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure and services primarily on Google cloud , including compute, storage, networking, and security components.
- Support and manage workloads on AWS and Azure as required
- Monitor cloud environments for performance, availability, and security; respond to incidents and troubleshoot solutions.
- Respond to outages, security incidents, and performance bottlenecks
- Collaborate with development, security, and business operations teams to support application deployments and cloud adoption initiatives.
- Plan and execute cloud migration from Azure to GCP and M&A integration activities
- Stay current with cloud technology trends and provide recommendations for improvements and new services
- Generate reports on inventory, performance, costs, and security posture
- Document cloud architectures, processes, and runbooks.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
