Cloud Architect - GCP

Paymentology; London; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Paymentology is seeking a Cloud Engineer to design and develop cloud architectures, focusing on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and multi-cloud environments. The role demands extensive experience in cloud solutions and IaC tools to optimize and secure cloud infrastructure, contributing to Paymentology's mission of advancing global payments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in cloud-based solutions across multiple platforms.
• Deep hands-on experience in Google Cloud (GCP).
• Experience with Kubernetes and Kafka setup, configuration, and management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of GCP architectures.
• Implement cloud security and compliance measures.
• Monitor and optimize cloud resource performance.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

DevOps practices

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

GCP Certified Professional Cloud Architect

AWS Certified Solutions Architect

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes (GKE)

GitLab

Jenkins

Apache Kafka

Job description

Paymentology is the first truly global issuer-processor, giving banks and fintechs the technology, team and experience to rapidly issue and process Mastercard, Visa and UnionPay cards across more than 60 countries, at scale.

Our advanced, multi-cloud platform, offering both shared and dedicated processing instances, vast global presence and richer, real-time data, set us apart as the leader in payments.

The Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design and development of cloud architectures, solutions, and migration strategies to support Paymentology's business objectives. This role involves assessing existing IT infrastructure, identifying opportunities for cloud adoption, and recommending migration strategies based on cost, performance, and security considerations. The Cloud Architect defines cloud architecture principles, standards, and best practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

This role designs scalable, resilient, and highly available cloud infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and automation techniques. Additionally, the role includes implementing cloud security measures, optimising resource utilisation and performance, and supporting the implementation of cloud-based solutions across AWS, Azure, and OCI platforms.

Tasks

Cloud Design and Development:

• Lead the design and development of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) architectures
• Create scalable, resilient cloud solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform
• Design and migrate applications across GCP and AWS, optionally Azure, and OCI platforms
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud strategies and optimise existing infrastructure

GCP and Multi-Cloud Expertise:

• Architect and implement cloud-native solutions in Google Cloud (GCP), leveraging services like EKS, GKE (Google Kubernetes)
• Design and optimise GCP
• Implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Security Policies
• Work with Google Anthos, Kubernetes, and container-based architectures
• Optimise GCP cost and performance, ensuring efficiency across environments
• (Optional) Provide expertise in AWS, Azure, and OCI when needed

Kafka and Kubernetes Platform Management:

• Design, deploy, and maintain scalable Kafka and Kubernetes clusters to support development and production environments
• Implement best practices for Kafka and Kubernetes operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and security
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Kafka and Kubernetes infrastructure to meet development team needs

Implementation:

• Implement cloud infrastructure components, including compute, storage, networking, and security services
• Ensure seamless integration with existing systems across multi-cloud platforms

Migration and Deployment:

• Assess and migrate on-premises applications to the Google Cloud
• Develop and execute cloud migration and deployment strategies, ensuring security and performance
• Work with Terraform, Deployment Manager, and CloudFormation for IaC-based deployments

Security and Compliance:

• Implement cloud security measures and ensure compliance with ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR, and other industry standards
• Define cloud architecture standards and best practices for a secure cloud environment

Performance Optimisation:

• Monitor and optimise cloud resources for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency
• Implement DevOps practices for streamlined deployment and operations

Troubleshooting and Support:

• Provide technical support for cloud infrastructure and services
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance, availability, and security issues
• Support production environments and participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation when required

Requirements

Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions across multiple cloud platforms
• Primary Expertise: Deep hands-on experience in Google Cloud (GCP)
• Basic knowledge / willing to learn AWS
• Proven experience in designing and implementing cloud architectures and solutions
• Experience with Apache Kafka, including setup, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Proficiency in Kubernetes (GKE), including experience with container orchestration, Helm charts, and Kubernetes operators
• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins, ArgoCD) and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD) and source control management (Git)
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Shell, PowerShell, Python)
• Experience in automating infrastructure deployment using IaC tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM templates
• Experience with Agile methodologies and cloud governance models
• (Optional) Hands-on experience with Azure, and OCI cloud architectures

Bonus points for those possessing certifications such as**:**

• GCP Certified Professional Cloud Architect (Advantage)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, OCI Cloud Architect Associate (Optional)
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect (Optional)
• AWS Solutions Architect – Professional (Optional)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Optional)
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) (Preferred for Kubernetes expertise)

Soft Skills:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking

At Paymentology we value making a difference to the lives of the people who work for us and who live in the communities where we operate. You can look forward to working with a diverse, global team where Paymentologists at all levels play an important part in our global mission to advance the world through payments and make a difference on a global scale.