Job Title: GCP Solution Architect
Location: Dearborn, MI - Onsite Role
Work Type: Contract
Role Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Solution Architect with a strong background in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to join our team in Dearborn, MI. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cloud architecture principles and practices, with a specific emphasis on GCP Professional Cloud Architect knowledge. This role requires a strategic thinker who can design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions that meet our business needs.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement cloud-based solutions using GCP, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Lead architectural discussions and provide guidance on best practices for cloud adoption and migration.
- Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to improve cloud infrastructure and application performance.
- Develop and maintain documentation related to cloud architecture, including design patterns, deployment processes, and operational procedures.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members and stakeholders.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and GCP.
Mandatory Skills:
- Proven experience as a Solution Architect with a focus on cloud technologies.
- Strong knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and certification as a GCP Professional Cloud Architect is a must.
- Expertise in designing and deploying scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on GCP.
- Experience with cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks.
- Strong understanding of networking, storage, and compute services in GCP.
- Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Cloud Deployment Manager.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with multi-cloud environments and hybrid cloud architectures.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with data engineering and analytics on GCP.
- Understanding of machine learning and AI services offered by GCP.
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.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.