GCP Architect

Apex Systems; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 123,984 - 206,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Weekly pay periods

Job summary

A leading global technology services firm is seeking a GCP Architect to guide clients with cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, including 3+ years specifically on GCP, and will be responsible for leading architecture and migration for workloads. Strong communication skills and a relevant degree are essential for this role. This position offers competitive pay and contract-to-hire opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of work experience in cloud solutions, with 3+ years in GCP.
• Strong understanding of cloud data architectures including batch and streaming data.
• Proven success in leading cloud migrations from design to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a SME and solution architect for GCP technologies.
• Lead architecture and migration for GCP workloads.
• Provide technical guidance on cloud-native services.

Skills

GCP Architecture

Cloud Migration

Data Analytics

Cloud Security

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Google Cloud Professional certification

Tools

GCP Services (BigQuery, Vertex AI)

Azure

Databricks

Job description

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Base pay range

$90.00/hr – $150.00/hr

Job #: 3012647

Position Overview

Apex is a leading global technology services firm that delivers solutions to achieve clients’ digital visions. We provide a continuum of services from strategy and enablement to technology foundations. We are currently seeking a GCP Architect on behalf of our client.

Location: 50-70% on-site in New York City (Travel will be paid for if not currently in New York City)

Duration: Contract-to-hire (will be converting this individual to a full-time Apex Consultant quickly)

Pay Rate: $90‑130/hr on W2 basis (no C2C, no sponsorship provided)

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and solution architect on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) technologies, guiding client stakeholders through design decisions, tradeoffs, and migration strategies.
• Compare and contrast Azure and GCP capabilities (cost, performance, compliance, analytics/AI) to support informed decision-making.
• Lead the architecture, design, and migration approach for client workloads into GCP, including hybrid and multi‑cloud scenarios.
• Lead the greenfield build of modern data platforms that enable analytics, AI, and agentic solutions on GCP by developing architectures that leverage GCP services to support use case specific requirements.
• Provide hands‑on technical guidance on cloud‑native services (BigQuery, BigTable, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Looker, Vertex AI, etc.) as well as security, networking, and governance.
• Contribute to the Energy & Utilities practice and Technology & Experience Discipline by developing methodologies, accelerators, and best practices for GCP adoption in regulated utility environments.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (advanced degrees a plus).
• 8+ years of work experience, including at least 3+ years designing and implementing cloud solutions on GCP.
• Strong understanding of cloud data and analytics architectures, including batch and streaming data pipelines, data warehouses (BigQuery), and AI/ML services (Vertex AI, Agentspace).
• Ability to objectively evaluate Azure vs. GCP tradeoffs inclusive of Databricks deployments.
• Proven success leading large‑scale cloud migrations or greenfield platform builds (design through implementation).
• Familiarity with regulatory/compliance frameworks relevant to utilities (e.g., NERC CIP, data residency, security standards).
• Possess at least one Google Cloud Professional certification: Data Engineer, Cloud Database Engineer, Cloud Architect, Machine Learning Engineer.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and business stakeholders.
• Ability to document technical architecture and explain approach and rationale to technical resources.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed (up to 50–75% annually).

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience working with large, regulated utilities (familiarity with NERC CIP, PSC, and related compliance requirements).

BENEFITS (contract employee)

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
• Hospitalization Coverage
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay Periods
• Training and Development Programs
• 401k
• Referral Program

About Apex Systems

Apex Systems is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

EEO Statement

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.