GCP Cloud Architect

re Design**: Develop robust cloud architectures aligned with business objectives, leveraging GCP's comprehensive suite of services (Compute, Storage, Networking, Databases, etc.).

• Implementation: Oversee the migration and deployment of applications and infrastructure to GCP, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security.

• DevOps Integration: Collaborate with development teams to implement DevOps practices, automating infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment.

• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to GCP environments, ensuring service availability and performance.

• Security: Adhere to security best practices, implement security measures, and conduct regular vulnerability assessments to protect GCP environments.

• Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities to optimize cloud costs, utilizing GCP's pricing models and tools effectively.

• Innovation: Stay updated on the latest GCP features and technologies, exploring new ways to leverage them for competitive advantage.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education
• Candidate must be located within the commuting distance of Berkeley Heights, NJ or be willing to relocate to the area. This position may require travel in the US.
• All applicants authorized to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
• At least 7 years of experience in Information Technology
• At least 4-5 years of experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) as an architect and managing team
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, including infrastructure as code (IaC), virtualization, and containerization
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation and configuration management
• Familiarity with container orchestration tools (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD pipelines, version control)
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication skills to interact with customer and across different team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good understanding of data integration, data quality and data architecture
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in SQL
• Good understanding of Agile software development frameworks
• Strong communication and Analytical skills
• Ability to work in teams in a diverse, multi-stakeholder environment comprising of Business and Technology teams
• Experience and desire to work in a global delivery environment

The job entails sitting as well as working at a computer for extended periods of time. Should be able to communicate by telephone, email or face to face. Travel may be required as per the job requirements.