GCP Cloud Architect - Springfield, MO onsite

Company: Zodiac Solutions
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 11, 2025

Job Description:

Title: GCP Cloud Architect

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Location: Springfield, MO onsite
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About Us: We are a leading technology solutions provider, committed to delivering innovative and scalable cloud solutions. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced GCP Architect to join our team and lead our cloud foundation build, on-premises GCP migration, and Vertex AI implementation projects.

Responsibilities:
Design and implement robust cloud architectures on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Lead the cloud foundation build, ensuring best practices in security, scalability, and performance.
Manage and execute the migration of on-premises infrastructure to GCP.
Implement and optimize Vertex AI solutions for advanced machine learning and AI capabilities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and architects.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to GCP infrastructure and services.
Stay updated with the latest GCP features, tools, and best practices.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with GCP architecture and services.
Proven experience in cloud foundation build and on-premises to GCP migration projects.
Strong expertise in Vertex AI and implementing machine learning models on GCP.
Proficiency in GCP services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, Cloud Functions, and Kubernetes Engine.
Excellent understanding of networking, security, and IAM in GCP.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Technical Skills Required:
Experience with Terraform, Ansible, or other infrastructure as code (IaC) tools.
Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Stackdriver, Prometheus, and Grafana.
Understanding of data engineering concepts and tools like Dataflow, Dataproc, and Pub/Sub.
Experience with API management and microservices architecture.
Knowledge of security best practices, including encryption, key management, and identity management.
Familiarity with other cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
Experience with cloud-native application development and serverless architectures.
Proficiency in designing and implementing disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Knowledge of cloud cost management and optimization strategies.
Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-cloud strategies.
Familiarity with cloud compliance frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.
Proficiency in using GCP's AI and machine learning tools, such as AutoML and AI Platform.
Experience with data warehousing solutions like BigQuery and data lake architectures.
Knowledge of cloud networking concepts, including VPC, VPN, and interconnects.

Preferred Skills:
GCP Professional Cloud Architect certification.
Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-cloud strategies.
Knowledge of machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
Experience with serverless computing and event-driven architectures

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