Senior Cloud Engineer - Google Cloud Advisory - Firebase

United States Digital Space LLC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 117,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC in Toronto, Canada, seeks a Senior Consultant for Google Cloud Advisory (Firebase) to help clients design, build, modernize, and scale cloud-native apps on Google Cloud Platform.

Working with architects, managers, and client stakeholders, you will lead technical design and implementation of Firebase and Google Cloud solutions, serve as trusted advisor, and contribute to successful delivery of complex cloud engagements.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in software development, cloud consulting, application architecture, or cloud engineering.
• Experience designing and implementing solutions on Google Cloud Platform.
• Hands-on experience with Firebase application development and architecture.
• Experience developing modern web, mobile, or cloud-native applications.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience working directly with clients in consulting, professional services, or enterprise technology environments.
• Proven ability to deliver projects in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement solutions utilizing Firebase and Google Cloud Platform services.
• Lead technical workstreams across application modernization and cloud-native development projects.
• Configure and optimize Firebase services including Authentication, Firestore, Cloud Functions, Hosting, Analytics, and Cloud Messaging.
• Implement scalable, secure, and reliable solutions using Google Cloud best practices.
• Support cloud migration and modernization initiatives for enterprise clients.
• Collaborate with clients to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in architecture reviews, design workshops, and technical discovery sessions.
• Provide recommendations on application architecture, security, scalability, integration, and performance.
• Assist in developing cloud adoption roadmaps and modernization strategies.
• Develop cloud-native applications, APIs, and integrations using modern development frameworks.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to support automated deployments.
• Apply Infrastructure-as-Code principles using Terraform and related tools.
• Ensure high-quality code through testing, code reviews, and engineering best practices.

Skills

GCP

Firebase

Cloud architecture

DevOps

Agile

Client engagement

Problem solving

Tools

Terraform

CI/CD

REST APIs

Job description

Putting people first, every day

the company is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

the company Canada's Google Cloud Advisory Practice is seeking a Senior Consultant, Google Cloud Advisory (Firebase) to help clients design, build, modernize, and scale cloud-native applications on Google Cloud Platform.

Working alongside architects, managers, and client stakeholders, you will lead the technical design and implementation of Firebase and Google Cloud solutions that support digital transformation, application modernization, mobile and web development, and AI-enabled initiatives. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients while contributing to the successful delivery of complex cloud engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Google Cloud & Firebase Delivery

• Design, develop, and implement solutions utilizing Firebase and Google Cloud Platform services.
• Lead technical workstreams across application modernization and cloud-native development projects.
• Configure and optimize Firebase services including Authentication, Firestore, Cloud Functions, Hosting, Analytics, and Cloud Messaging.
• Implement scalable, secure, and reliable solutions using Google Cloud best practices.
• Support cloud migration and modernization initiatives for enterprise clients.

Solution Architecture & Advisory

• Collaborate with clients to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in architecture reviews, design workshops, and technical discovery sessions.
• Provide recommendations on application architecture, security, scalability, integration, and performance.
• Assist in developing cloud adoption roadmaps and modernization strategies.

Software Development & Engineering

• Develop cloud-native applications, APIs, and integrations using modern development frameworks.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to support automated deployments.
• Apply Infrastructure-as-Code principles using Terraform and related tools.
• Ensure high-quality code through testing, code reviews, and engineering best practices.

Client Engagement

• Build trusted relationships with client technical and business stakeholders.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support project planning, status reporting, risk identification, and issue resolution.
• Contribute to client presentations, demonstrations, and solution documentation.

Knowledge Sharing & Innovation

• Stay current with emerging Google Cloud, Firebase, AI, and development technologies.
• Contribute to practice development by creating reusable assets, accelerators, and technical best practices.
• Support mentoring of junior consultants and developers.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate the company's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in software development, cloud consulting, application architecture, or cloud engineering.
• Experience designing and implementing solutions on Google Cloud Platform.
• Hands-on experience with Firebase application development and architecture.
• Experience developing modern web, mobile, or cloud-native applications.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience working directly with clients in consulting, professional services, or enterprise technology environments.
• Proven ability to deliver projects in Agile environments.

Nice-to-Have:

• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Developer Certification.
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect Certification.
• Experience implementing enterprise-scale Firebase applications.
• Experience with Vertex AI, Gemini, or AI-enabled application development.
• Experience delivering consulting engagements within professional services organizations.
• Experience with event-driven and serverless architectures.
• Prior banking or financial-services experience

The expected range of compensation for this role is $84,000 - $128,000 annually.

Why the company?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026 . This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At the company, our people experience is guided by three core pillars— Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of the company in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose

We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back adds up:

Where company meets community. the company is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter:

We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts:

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us .

Flexibility:

All the company personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct:

Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

the company may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by the company personnel.