Google Cloud Platform Cloud Architect

Architect the Cloud. Define the Standard: Google Cloud Platform Cloud Architect


If you're a hands-on cloud expert who thrives on building scalable, secure, and high-performing environments, this is your opportunity to take the lead. Join a forward-thinking organization where you'll shape the future of a data-driven Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) ecosystem, driving architecture, governance, and operational excellence across mission-critical cloud systems.

Hours and Pay

• Pay Rate: $80.00 - $95.00 per hour


• Schedule: Full-time


• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite in Wilmington, DE or Hamilton, NJ)


• Contract to Hire

Daily Responsibilities

• Serve as a Google Cloud Platform administrator and cloud architecture leader, guiding technical direction and standards


• Design and enforce cloud governance, security frameworks, and architectural best practices


• Partner with Data & Analytics teams to support BigQuery-based data warehouse environments


• Evaluate deployment strategies and ensure alignment with scalable, secure cloud architecture principles


• Develop and implement repeatable cloud design patterns and operational standards


• Build, deploy, and support Kubernetes-based workloads within Google Cloud Platform


• Establish and maintain monitoring, alerting, and observability frameworks


• Support production operations across Google Cloud Platform PaaS services, ensuring performance and reliability


• Manage identity and access controls, including federation with Entra ID


• Provide technical leadership, influencing decisions and guiding teams toward best-in-class cloud solutions

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)


• Expertise in BigQuery and cloud data warehouse architecture


• Experience implementing cloud governance and security best practices


• Deep understanding of identity and access management, including federation (Google Cloud Platform and Entra ID)


• Proven experience with Kubernetes deployments in Google Cloud Platform environments


• Experience implementing monitoring and observability solutions


• Strong background supporting production-grade cloud platforms and services


• Ability to lead technical initiatives and influence architecture decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in environments with evolving or undefined governance structures


• Strong focus on cloud cost optimization and resource management


• Background supporting data platforms and analytics teams

Additional Requirements

Benefits


This opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with pet insurance and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Additional offerings include a Health Savings Account (HSA), AD&D insurance, commuter and parking accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employee discount programs and additional perks are also available to enhance your overall experience.

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This is a high-impact opportunity to lead cloud architecture, data platform scalability, and enterprise cloud transformation in a rapidly evolving environment.


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The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.



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