Apetan Consulting
Rutherford, NJ
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Job Description :

Principal Google Cloud Platform Solutions Architect

100% Remote

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal GCP Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-scale cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform. This role requires strong technical leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive cloud transformation initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead architecture design and delivery of complex, scalable, and secure solutions on GCP
  • Define cloud strategy, standards, and best practices for the organization
  • Act as a technical advisor to stakeholders, including leadership and clients
  • Drive large-scale cloud migration and modernization programs
  • Architect solutions using GCP services (Compute Engine, GKE, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, etc.)
  • Ensure compliance, governance, and security across cloud environments
  • Mentor and guide architects, engineers, and development teams
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, Security, Data, Application teams)
  • Optimize cloud cost, performance, and reliability
  • Stay updated with emerging GCP technologies and industry trends

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
  • 10+ years of IT experience with significant cloud architecture exposure
  • Strong expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services and architecture
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and API design
  • Experience with cloud migration, hybrid, and multi-cloud strategies
  • Strong knowledge of networking, IAM, security, and compliance frameworks
  • Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Deployment Manager)
  • Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification (or multiple GCP certifications)
  • Experience in enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF or similar)
  • Knowledge of data engineering, AI/ML, and analytics on GCP
  • Experience in regulated industries (banking, healthcare, etc.)
  • Exposure to Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration

Key Competencies:

  • Strategic thinking and decision-making
  • Technical leadership and mentoring
  • Problem-solving and innovation
  • Strong business acumen
  • Effective communication and collaboration

             

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