Senior GCP Architect

Senior GCP Architect

Location: Washington, DC

Description: On-site in Washington, DC Our client seeks a Senior GCP Architect to serve as the principal technical authority for enterprise cloud architecture. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing Google Cloud Platform (GCP) solutions for large-scale, mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with GCP services, strong architectural skills, and a deep understanding of cloud security and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance GCP solutions
• Lead architectural design sessions and provide technical guidance to development teams
• Ensure solutions adhere to industry best practices and compliance standards
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and solution architectures
• Optimize cloud environments for cost-efficiency and performance
• Implement and manage GCP security controls and compliance measures
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in cloud computing

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred
• 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with at least 5 years focused on GCP
• Expertise in GCP services including Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and more
• Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of cloud security principles and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2)
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with hybrid cloud environments
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with microservices architecture
• Experience with data analytics and machine learning on GCP

Clearance: Public Trust clearance required.