Cloud Architect (Google Cloud Platform - GCP)
The GCP Cloud Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure and services on GCP. This role requires deep expertise in GCP provisioning, FinOps, security, and modern cloud architectures. The architect will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, cost-optimal, and aligned with business goals.
Work Experience : 10+ yrs
Work location : Pune or Chennai
Key Responsibilities :
1. GCP Architecture Design & Implementation
- Design, deploy, and manage GCP infrastructure (Compute, Storage, Networking, Databases, AI / ML).
- Architect multi-cloud / hybrid cloud solutions integrating GCP with on-prem or other clouds.
- Leverage GCP-native services (e.g., Compute Engine, Cloud Run, BigQuery, Vertex AI).
2. Cloud Provisioning & Automation
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Deployment Manager, or Google Cloud Build.Automate deployments using CI / CD pipelines (Cloud Build, Jenkins, GitOps).Configure GCP services (VPC, Cloud Load Balancing, IAM, Cloud Storage).3. Serverless & Containerized Solutions
Design serverless architectures using Cloud Functions, Cloud Run, and App Engine.Implement containerized workloads with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and Anthos.Optimize for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.4. FinOps (Cloud Cost Optimization)
Implement GCP cost management tools (Cloud Billing Reports, Cost Table, Recommender).Identify cost-saving opportunities (sustained use discounts, committed use contracts).Enforce budgeting policies and collaborate with teams for cost-aware designs.5. GCP Security & Compliance
Configure IAM, Organization Policies, and VPC Service Controls.Implement security best practices (encryption with Cloud KMS, DLP, Binary Authorization).Ensure compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2 using the Security Command Centre.6. Emerging Trends & Innovation
Stay updated on GCP advancements (AI / ML with Vertex AI, BigQuery ML, Dataflow).Evaluate multi-cloud strategies (Anthos, Looker, Apigee).Drive adoption of sustainable cloud practices (carbon-aware computing).7. Collaboration & Leadership
Partner with DevOps, Data, and Security teams for end-to-end cloud solutions.Mentor engineers on GCP best practices (SRE principles, automation).Lead architecture reviews and governance.8. Documentation & Standards
Maintain architecture blueprints, runbooks, and governance policies.Define GCP development standards (logging via Cloud Operations, monitoring via Cloud Monitoring).Skills & Qualifications :
10+ years in IT, with 5+ years focused on GCP.Expertise in GCP core services (Compute, Networking, BigQuery, GKE).Hands-on with IaC (Terraform, Deployment Manager), CI / CD (Cloud Build).FinOps certification (e.g., Google Cloud FinOps Professional).Security-minded (experience with BeyondCorp, Chronicle SIEM).Strong knowledge of multi-cloud / hybrid cloud (Anthos, Interconnect