Google Cloud Architect

Summer Browning; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Westminster is seeking a Google Cloud Architect for an initial 12-month contract. The role involves designing secure and scalable architectures in Google Cloud, collaborating with various teams, and providing mentorship. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in Google Cloud Platform and a strong background in Infrastructure as Code. Knowledge of working in regulated environments is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience as a Cloud Architect or Senior Cloud Engineer.
• Practical knowledge of Google Distributed Cloud (GDC).
• Strong engineering background with deep understanding of IaC and CI/CD pipelines.
• Confident working within regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver secure, scalable architectures in GCP.
• Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and security teams for seamless integration.
• Implement automation and IaC for repeatable deployments.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within cloud engineering.

Skills

Cloud Architecture

Google Cloud Platform

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Automation

CI/CD Pipelines

Networking

Containerisation (GKE/Kubernetes)

Security Standards

Communication Skills

Tools

Terraform

Deployment Manager

Job description

Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting a Central Government client, who have a requirement for a Google Cloud Architect on an initial 12 month contract.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing and delivering secure, scalable, and resilient architectures in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) environments.
• Working within disconnected environments on data-severing solutions.
• Collaborating closely with engineering, DevOps, and security teams to ensure seamless integration from design through delivery.
• Implementing automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for repeatable, auditable deployments.
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship, helping teams adopt best practice across cloud engineering and DevSecOps.
• Aligning designs with government security frameworks and enterprise architecture principles.
• Supporting ongoing system optimisation and capability development over the lifespan of the programme.

What You'll Bring

• Proven hands‑on experience as a Cloud Architect or Senior Cloud Engineer specialising in Google Cloud Platform.
• Practical knowledge of Google Distributed Cloud (GDC),
• Experience working in environments without direct internet connectivity.
• Strong engineering background with deep understanding of IaC (Terraform, Deployment Manager), automation, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Expertise in networking, IAM, containerisation (GKE/Kubernetes), and secure systems design.
• Confident working within highly regulated or classified environments where reliability and compliance are paramount.
• Strong communicator - able to bridge technical and non‑technical stakeholders effectively.

Desirables

• Prior experience working on government classified systems or within secure data centre environments.
• Experience of configuring and using AI technologies within cloud environments, including GCP AI technologies.
• Familiarity with NCSC guidance, UK Government cloud policies, or cross‑domain architectures.
• Knowledge of multi‑cloud integrations, edge computing, and data sovereignty requirements.

NB: The ideal applicant will hold a minimum of SC level vetting and be willing to undertake DV level vetting.