GCP Cloud Architect - App Migration Lead

Virtusa; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtusa in Columbus, OH is seeking a seasoned GCP Architect to define the architecture, strategy, and execution roadmap for migrating mission-critical apps to Google Cloud.

You will lead cross-functional teams, implement IaC with Terraform/Deployment Manager, and establish cost controls and security governance. This role requires 10+ years IT experience with 5+ years in cloud migration and strong executive communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT with 5+ years in Cloud Architecture and migration.
• Deep hands-on experience with GCP core services.
• Proven track record delivering large migrations to cloud.
• Strong leadership and executive communication.

Responsibilities

• Architecture & Strategy: Design secure, scalable cloud architectures on GCP.
• Migration Execution: Lead end-to-end migrations using the 6Rs framework.
• Technical Leadership: Guide cross-functional teams through cloud-native transformation.
• Infrastructure Management: Implement IaC solutions to automate provisioning.
• Performance & Governance: Establish FinOps, security, and DR readiness.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with executives, report status, manage risks.

Skills

GCP

Cloud Architecture

Application Migration

IaC

DevOps

FinOps

Executive Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Terraform

Deployment Manager

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Cloud Build

Docker

Kubernetes

VPN

Interconnect

Load Balancing

Job description

Virtusa in Columbus, OH is seeking a seasoned GCP Architect to define the architecture, strategy, and execution roadmap for migrating mission-critical apps to Google Cloud.

You will lead cross-functional teams, implement IaC with Terraform/Deployment Manager, and establish cost controls and security governance. This role requires 10+ years IT experience with 5+ years in cloud migration and strong executive communication.