Google Cloud Platform Applications Architect

  • Posted 15 hours ago | Updated 13 hours ago

Overview

Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2

Skills

CI/CD
Kubernetes
Terraform
database
data migration
IaC
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Job Details

Hello Professionals,

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Role: Google Cloud Platform Applications Architect
Location: Parsippany, NJ (Dayone Onsite)
Mode Of Hire: Contract

Job Summary:
  • We are seeking an experienced Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) Application Architect to design, implement, and optimize cloud app solutions that align with business needs and industry best practices. This is a modernization project where legacy apps and databases will be moved to Google Cloud Platform.
  • Focus will be rearchitecting legacy apps to Google Cloud Platform architecture and data migration from onsite database to Google Cloud Platform database.
  • The ideal candidate will have app development/data migration background and related deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform i.e. pub sub, cloud function, storage, ETLs etc.
  • This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful deployment and management of cloud-based applications and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Cloud Architecture & Design: Be able to do overall design and solution of project using Google Cloud Platform services such as Pub Sub, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, Cloud Functions, scalable microservices in Google Cloud Platform.
  • Be able to do POCs as needed which app teams can follow.
  • Strong experience with data migration projects/ETLs, large scale DBs.
  • Collaboration & Consultation: Work with development team and be able to guide them on project architecture
  • Performance Optimization: Monitor cloud workloads, optimize resource usage, and recommend improvements for cost efficiency and performance.
  • Migration & Modernization: Lead cloud migration initiatives, including rehosting, refactoring, and re-platforming legacy applications.
  • Troubleshooting & Support: Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting for cloud-related issues.

Required Qualifications:
  • Proven experience as a Google Cloud Platform Architect or similar role in cloud computing.
  • Strong expertise in Google Cloud Platform services, networking, security, and best practices.
  • Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager.
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of security, compliance, and identity management in the cloud.
  • Familiarity with cloud cost management and optimization strategies.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Google Cloud Certified Professional Architect or equivalent certification.
  • Experience with data migration projects
  • Experience with legacy modernization projects.
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