GCP Architect

TechDoQuest; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDoQuest is seeking a highly skilled Technical Architect with deep Google Cloud Platform expertise to design scalable, secure cloud solutions aligned with business goals. You will guide technical teams and translate requirements into robust architectures on GCP.

Responsibilities include driving cloud migrations, providing technical leadership, performing architecture reviews, and staying ahead of cloud trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent.
• 10–15 years IT experience with cloud architecture.
• Proven track record in cloud implementations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud architecture on Google Cloud Platform that meets business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to define technical requirements and translate them into architectural designs.
• Lead the development of cloud migration strategies and execution plans.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring best practices in cloud architecture.
• Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in cloud technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Document architectural designs, processes, and best practices for future reference.

Skills

Google Cloud Architect

Cloud-native design

Cloud security best practices

IaC (Terraform, Deployment Manager)

GCP networking/storage/compute

Performance & cost optimization

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Terraform

Google Cloud Deployment Manager

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Architect with a strong background in cloud architecture, specifically in Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions. As a Technical Architect, you will play a critical role in guiding our technical teams and ensuring that our cloud infrastructure aligns with business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud architecture solutions on Google Cloud Platform that meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to define technical requirements and translate them into architectural designs.
• Lead the development of cloud migration strategies and execution plans.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring best practices in cloud architecture.
• Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in cloud technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Document architectural designs, processes, and best practices for future reference.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong knowledge and experience as a Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.
• Proficiency in designing and deploying cloud native applications and services.
• Experience with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks.
• Expertise in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Google Cloud Deployment Manager.
• Strong understanding of networking, storage, and compute services in GCP.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize cloud environments for performance and cost efficiency.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Experience with data management and analytics services in GCP.
• Certifications in related technologies or methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, ITIL) are a plus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10 15 years of experience in IT, with a focus on cloud architecture and solutions.
• Proven track record of successful cloud implementations and migrations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.