Google Cloud Platform Cloud Solutions Architect

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Solutions Architect Location : Frisco, TX Duration : 6+ Months

Details of the role:
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Google Cloud Platform Cloud Solutions Architect with expertise in Terraform to join our dynamic team. As a Cloud Solutions Architect specializing in Google Cloud Platform, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud solutions to meet our business needs. You will leverage your expertise in Google Cloud Platform services, infrastructure as code (IaaC) principles, and Terraform to architect scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud architecture, extensive experience with Google Cloud Platform, and a proven track record of implementing infrastructure automation using Terraform.

Key responsibilities:
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements, technical constraints, and strategic objectives, and translate them into scalable and resilient cloud architectures on Google Cloud Platform.
Design and architect Google Cloud Platform solutions that align with industry best practices, security standards, and regulatory requirements, leveraging native Google Cloud Platform services and third-party tools where appropriate.
Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaaC) templates and configurations using Terraform, ensuring consistency, repeatability, and version control across cloud environments.
Lead the implementation and deployment of cloud infrastructure components, such as virtual machines, containers, networking, storage, and identity/access management, using Terraform.
Optimize cloud resources and costs by implementing auto-scaling, right-sizing, and cost management strategies within Terraform templates and configurations.
Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate Terraform with CI/CD pipelines, enabling automated provisioning, testing, and deployment of cloud resources.
Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams on Google Cloud Platform architecture, best practices, and troubleshooting, serving as a subject matter expert on cloud technologies and solutions.
Conduct architecture reviews, performance assessments, and security audits of cloud environments, identifying areas for optimization, enhancement, and risk mitigation.
Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in cloud computing, Google Cloud Platform services, and infrastructure automation, and evaluate their applicability to our business needs.
Lead knowledge sharing sessions, workshops, and training programs to disseminate best practices and foster a culture of learning and innovation within the organization.

Required Skills:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud architecture, with at least 2 years of specialized experience in Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform).
Extensive hands-on experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaaC) automation and management in Google Cloud Platform environments.
Strong understanding of Google Cloud Platform services, including Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud Networking, IAM, and Security Command Center.
Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud architectures on Google Cloud Platform, with a focus on performance, security, and efficiency.
Experience integrating Terraform with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools, such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or CircleCI.
Solid understanding of cloud security best practices, compliance standards, and risk management principles, and experience implementing security controls within Google Cloud Platform using Terraform.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in cloud environments.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Relevant certifications such as Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect or HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate are highly desirable.

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