Principal Google Cloud Platform Cloud Engineer

Overview

On Site
$73.0000 - $78.0000
Full Time

Skills

GCP
Cloud Engineering
Communication

Job Details

Position: Principal Google Cloud Platform Cloud Engineer
Type: 12 months contract
Location: Denver, CO (3x Hybrid)




Day to day:




  • Architect and lead delivery of Google Cloud Platform-native platforms across enterprise initiatives



  • Design solutions for data transformation, operational scale, and zero-downtime migration



  • Build cloud-native systems using microservices, DevSecOps, and CI/CD pipelines



  • Lead implementation of Agentic AI workflows with LLMs, RAG, and orchestration tools



  • Stand up foundational Google Cloud Platform infrastructure: IAM, networking, landing zones, security



  • Drive telecom-grade observability, service mesh, and containerization strategies



  • Serve as technical lead across multi-year transformation programs



  • Collaborate with business execs, engineers, and cross-functional teams



  • Scope, staff, and oversee large cloud initiatives aligned to business outcomes



  • Mentor senior engineers and contribute to reusable frameworks and delivery accelerators




Must haves:




  • 10+ years of experience in cloud and emerging tech solution delivery



  • Leadership experience across high-complexity programs



  • Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform architecture, security, and networking



  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, containers, and telemetry



  • Strong background in cloud-native development and platform engineering



  • Proven track record with enterprise transformation and modernization projects



  • Strong communication and executive-facing stakeholder management skills



  • Experience bridging technical and business needs in large organization




Salary and Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is between $73 - $78 per hour. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.



Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable).


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