GCP DevOps Engineer – Grow Cloud & IaC Skills

Particle41; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Particle41 is seeking a DevOps Engineer (GCP) to join a remote-first consulting team. You will design and operate scalable cloud infrastructure, automate deployments, and collaborate with client development and operations teams to ensure reliable software delivery.

The role emphasizes GCP, Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD, with on-call rotations and security practices. Ideal candidates have strong scripting, IaC, and experience across multiple client environments, aiming toward Cloud Architect

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience with GCP services including Compute Engine, Cloud Run, GKE, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage.
• Proven DevOps experience with automation and CI/CD.
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or Ruby).
• Experience with configuration management (Ansible, Puppet, or Chef).
• Deep knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
• Git proficiency and CI/CD concepts.
• GCP certifications (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development and operations teams to design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Manage and scale GCP infrastructure with IaC tools like Terraform.
• Monitor systems using Cloud Monitoring and Logging and address reliability issues.
• Ensure security best practices including IAM and network controls.
• Provide on-call support and troubleshoot deployment problems.

Skills

GCP

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD

Security IAM

Python

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Terraform

GCloud SDK

Git

Job description

Skills & Market Demand: This role builds a highly sought-after skill set centered on GCP infrastructure, Kubernetes/Docker, Terraform IaC, and CI/CD pipelines. GCP expertise is in strong demand as organizations migrate to cloud-native architectures. Combined with security knowledge (IAM, VPC Service Controls), this role positions engineers well for Senior DevOps, Platform Engineering, or Cloud Architect tracks.

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Compensation Context: No salary range is listed, which is a mild red flag for transparency. Market rates for GCP DevOps Engineers vary significantly by region: in the US, $110K–$150K annually; in LATAM (Mexico-based remote), $40K–$75K USD is typical. Candidates should negotiate based on GCP certification and Kubernetes depth.

Work-Life Balance Signals:

• Green flag: Remote-first setup with international hiring signals flexibility.
• Caution: On-call rotation is explicitly required — factor in potential after-hours obligations.
• No mention of PTO, flexible hours, or async culture — worth clarifying in interviews.

Company Culture: Particle41 is a consulting/services firm (not a product company), meaning you'll gain breadth of exposure across multiple client environments — excellent for skill-building but potentially less stable than a product company. The "ELITE" values framework suggests a structured, mission-driven culture. Team size and growth stage are not disclosed.

Career Path: This role is ideal for mid-level engineers aiming to deepen GCP specialization and move toward Principal DevOps, Cloud Architect, or Platform Engineering leadership roles within 2–3 years.

As a DevOps Engineer (GCP) at Particle41 , you will play a crucial role in enhancing our software development and IT operations processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both software development and IT operations, with a focus on automating and streamlining processes to achieve efficient and reliable software delivery for our customers. You will work closely with development and operations teams of our customers to build, deploy, and maintain critical systems, ensuring the reliability and scalability of the customers' infrastructure.

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Responsibilities:

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with software developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to understand the requirements and objectives of projects.
• Collaborate on the design, implementation, and maintenance of continuous integration and delivery pipelines.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for systems, processes, and configurations.

Automation and Tooling:

• Design, implement, and manage automation processes for software build, deployment , and configuration.
• Evaluate, select, and implement tools and technologies to enhance the efficiency of the development and deployment processes.

Infrastructure Management:

• Manage and maintain GCP infrastructure to ensure scalability, reliability, and security.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Deployment Manager, and others.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the software delivery process, including build, test, and deployment phases.

Monitoring and Performance:

• Develop and implement monitoring solutions using Cloud Monitoring and Cloud Logging to ensure the health and performance of systems and applications.
• Proactively identify and address issues related to system performance, reliability, and scalability.

Security and Compliance:

• Implement and maintain security best practices in infrastructure and application deployment including IAM, Security Command Center, and VPC Service Controls.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company security policies.

Troubleshooting and Support:

• Provide support for development and operations teams, addressing issues related to build failures, deployment problems, and system outages.
• Participate in on-call rotation to respond to and resolve critical incidents.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with GCP services including Compute Engine, Cloud Run, GKE, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, and Operations Suite.
• Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Ruby.
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• In-depth knowledge of containerization technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Solid understanding of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) concepts and tools.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Certified (current or expired) in at least one of the following: GCP Cloud Engineer Associate, GCP Cloud Architect Professional, GCP Cloud Developer Professional, GCP Cloud DevOps Engineer Professional, GCP Cloud Security Engineer Professional, or GCP Cloud Network Engineer Professional.

About Particle41
Our core values of Empowering, Leadership, Innovation, Teamwork, and Excellence drive everything we do to achieve the ultimate outcomes for our clients — forming the acronym ELITE:

• E – Empowering: Enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
• L – Leadership: Taking initiative and guiding each other toward success.
• I – Innovation: Embracing creativity and new ideas to stay ahead.
• T – Teamwork: Collaborating with empathy to achieve common goals.
• E – Excellence: Striving for the highest quality in everything we do.

We seek team members who embody these values and are committed to contributing to our mission.

Particle41 welcomes individuals from all backgrounds who are committed to our mission and values. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, ensuring that hiring and employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, caste, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, local, or international laws.