Principal Cloud Modernization Architect

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a Principal Cloud Modernization Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale cloud-native solutions. This role combines application architecture, Kubernetes experience, and client advisory responsibilities while collaborating with technical and business stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and deep expertise with Kubernetes and containerized environments. Excellent compensation and benefits are offered, along with the opportunity to lead strategic cloud transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Deep expertise with Kubernetes and containerized environments.
• Experience designing microservices, APIs, event-driven systems, and cloud-native applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture strategy for cloud-native application platforms.
• Design and modernize enterprise applications utilizing microservices and API-driven architectures.
• Architect scalable Kubernetes and container-based environments on Google Cloud.

Skills

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Kubernetes

Microservices design

API-driven architectures

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD practices

Tools

GKE

BigQuery

Cloud SQL

Job description

Our client is seeking a Principal Cloud Modernization Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale cloud-native solutions. This highly visible role combines application architecture, Kubernetes, cloud modernization, and client advisory responsibilities while partnering with technical and business stakeholders across multiple initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture strategy for cloud-native application platforms
• Design and modernize enterprise applications utilizing microservices and API-driven architectures
• Architect scalable Kubernetes and container-based environments on Google Cloud
• Develop cloud migration, modernization, and transformation roadmaps
• Define architectural standards, best practices, and governance frameworks
• Design CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps-enabled delivery models
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology solutions with business objectives
• Mentor architects, engineers, and technical leaders across multiple programs
• Lead architecture reviews and provide guidance on technology selection and implementation approaches

Requirements

• Strong hands‑on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Deep expertise with Kubernetes, GKE, and containerized environments
• Experience designing microservices, APIs, event‑driven systems, and cloud‑native applications
• Knowledge of BigQuery, Cloud SQL, messaging platforms, and cloud integration patterns
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, DevOps, and DevSecOps practices
• Strong understanding of cloud modernization, application transformation, and migration strategies
• Ability to engage with executive stakeholders and provide architectural leadership across large‑scale initiatives
• Excellent communication, consulting, and team leadership skills

Preferred

• Experience leading enterprise architecture or modernization programs
• Background in consulting or client‑facing environments
• Experience with large‑scale distributed systems and cloud transformation initiatives
• Google Cloud certifications highly preferred

Excellent compensation, bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to lead strategic cloud transformation initiatives.