GCP Cloud Architect

Persistent-Systems; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

Flexible hours

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Persistent Systems Limited in Pune is seeking an experienced GCP Cloud Architect to lead enterprise-scale Google Cloud implementations, architecture governance, and modernization initiatives.

You will define cloud strategies, design secure, scalable solutions, and mentor engineering teams, collaborating across security, DevOps, data, and product groups.

The role requires 8–12 years of experience, strong GCP hands-on skills, and a passion for delivering resilient, cost-optimized cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in cloud architecture and enterprise-scale projects.
• Strong hands-on with GCP services including Compute Engine, GKE, IAM, BigQuery.
• Experience leading cloud migration and modernization in hybrid/multi-cloud environments.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/IT/Engineering; Google Cloud Architect cert preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define enterprise cloud architectures, target-state roadmaps, and implementation plans on GCP.
• Translate requirements into scalable, secure cloud solutions with cost optimization.
• Lead cloud migration, modernization, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Establish governance, security controls, and reusable design patterns.
• Mentor engineering teams and create architecture documentation for delivery.

Skills

GCP expertise

Cloud architecture

Kubernetes

Terraform

DevOps / CI-CD

Security & governance

Stakeholder management

Multi-cloud experience

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Docker

GKE / Kubernetes

Terraform

CI/CD tools

Job description

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 18 of the Fortune 50 companies, 7 of the 10 top US banks, 9 of the 10 technology companies, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 26sequential quarters of growth with $487.6M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 7.8% Q-o-Q and 20.0% Y-o-Y. Our 29,500+global team members, located in 21 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We received five awards at the ISG (Information Services Group) Provider Lens™ Awards 2026 and, for the second year in a row, were awarded the Growth Honor of the Year at the Everest Group Elevate 2026.

AboutPosition:

We are seeking an experienced GCP Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise-scale cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform. The role requires a strong combination of cloud architecture expertise, technical leadership, modernization experience, and stakeholder management capabilities. You will be responsible for defining cloud strategies, architecting scalable and secure solutions, driving cloud adoption, and establishing best practices that enable business growth and operational excellence.

• Location: Pune
• Experience: Between 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

WhatYou'llDo:

• Define enterprise cloud architecture strategies, target-state architectures, and implementation roadmaps on Google Cloud Platform.
• Translate business, application, security, integration, and infrastructure requirements into scalable and resilient cloud solutions.
• Design secure, highly available, and cost-optimized cloud architectures using GCP native services and cloud best practices.
• Lead cloud migration, modernization, digital transformation, and application modernization initiatives.
• Evaluate technology options, perform proof-of-concepts, and provide recommendations aligned with business objectives.
• Establish architecture standards, governance frameworks, security controls, and reusable design patterns.
• Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, security, data, DevOps, and product teams to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Design networking, identity management, disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity architectures.
• Lead architecture reviews, technical governance forums, risk assessments, and design validation activities.
• Drive cloud performance optimization, capacity planning, scalability improvements, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Provide architectural guidance throughout implementation, testing, deployment, and production readiness phases.
• Mentor engineering teams and support capability development across cloud technologies and architecture practices.
• Create architecture documentation, solution blueprints, standards, and implementation guidelines.

ExpertiseYou'llBring:

• 8-12 years of experience in Cloud Architecture, Solution Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, or Enterprise Architecture roles.
• Strong hands‑on expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services including Compute Engine, Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Cloud Storage, VPC, Cloud SQL, BigQuery, IAM, Cloud Functions, and Cloud Run.
• Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale cloud solutions with high availability, resilience, security, and scalability.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, identity and access management, security architecture, monitoring, and governance.
• Experience leading cloud migration and modernization programs across hybrid and multi‑cloud environments.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and cloud automation frameworks.
• Experience with containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, GitOps practices, and cloud‑native development approaches.
• Strong understanding of cloud security frameworks, compliance requirements, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.
• Ability to convert business requirements into practical architecture roadmaps and measurable business outcomes.
• Experience conducting architecture assessments, technology evaluations, and cloud transformation initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management, leadership, communication, documentation, and mentoring capabilities.
• Experience working with enterprise architecture frameworks and cloud governance models.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification or other relevant GCP certifications are highly preferred.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility‑friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment.

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."