IT Architect

Overview

Remote

$20 - $80

Contract - W2

Skills

GCP

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Enterprise Cloud Architecture

Cloud Migration

Architecture Governance

Solution Validation

Stakeholder Management

Java

Microservices

Job Details

Job Description

Job Title: IT Architect
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

We are seeking a Hands-on Cloud Architect with strong expertise in Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) to support enterprise-scale cloud architecture initiatives. The ideal candidate will work closely with engineering teams and stakeholders to design, validate, and govern cloud solutions while contributing technically to Java-based microservices environments.

Key Responsibilities

Design and validate enterprise cloud architectures aligned with best practices
Develop and maintain architecture documentation, standards, and governance artifacts
Perform technical solution reviews and validations to ensure scalability, security, and reliability
Engage with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Lead and support cloud migration strategies, patterns, and best practices
Provide hands-on technical contribution in Java and Microservices-based architectures

Required Skills & Qualifications

Proven experience as a Hands-on Cloud Architect
Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Architect Certification (mandatory)
Strong expertise in enterprise cloud architecture design and validation
Experience with cloud migration frameworks, patterns, and best practices
Hands-on development experience with Java and Microservices
Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement and architectural governance

Technical Environment

Cloud Platform: Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
Architecture: Enterprise Cloud, Microservices
Programming: Java
Collaboration: Agile, cross-functional engineering teams

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