Overview
On Site
USD 87.69 - 87.69 per hour
Contract - W2
Skills
Architectural Design
SQL
Firewall
Ansible
Orchestration
Optimization
High Availability
Disaster Recovery
Stackdriver
FOCUS
Regulatory Compliance
HIPAA
Identity Management
Data Security
Encryption
Network
Collaboration
Mentorship
Emerging Technologies
Kubernetes
Google App Engine
Cloud Storage
Data Flow
Computer Networking
Virtual Private Cloud
Virtual Private Network
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DNS
Terraform
Microservices
Cloud Architecture
Migration
Leadership
Communication
Articulate
Cloud Computing
DevOps
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Jenkins
Machine Learning (ML)
Google Cloud
Google Cloud Platform
Vertex
Artificial Intelligence
Cisco Certifications
CISSP
Life Insurance
Screening
Writing
Career Counseling
Recruiting
Law
Testing
Job Details
Cloud Architect - Contract - Seattle, WA $87.69 -$87.69/hr.
The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.
Our client is seeking a Cloud Architect in Seattle, WA.
Job Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced Google Cloud Platform Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform).
The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in Google Cloud Platform services, have experience with cloud migrations, and be adept at building scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures tailored to business needs.
Architectural Design and Planning
Develop cloud architecture solutions leveraging Google Cloud Platform services such as Compute Engine, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, Cloud SQL, and Kubernetes Engine.
Translate business and technical requirements into scalable and secure cloud designs.
Define architecture blueprints, best practices, and cloud standards for deployment.
Cloud Migration Strategy
Assess existing systems, workloads, and data to determine cloud migration strategies.
Design migration plans for applications, data, and infrastructure to Google Cloud Platform.
Optimize resource utilization during migration to ensure minimal downtime and cost efficiency.
Implementation and Deployment
Lead the setup and configuration of Google Cloud Platform environments, including VPCs, IAM policies, firewalls, and hybrid connectivity.
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Deployment Manager, or Ansible.
Collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration.
Performance and Cost Optimization
Monitor and optimize cloud resource usage for performance and cost-efficiency.
Implement solutions for high availability, disaster recovery, and auto-scaling.
Leverage tools like Stackdriver for observability, logging, and monitoring.
Security and Compliance
Design cloud architectures with a strong focus on security and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Implement identity and access management (IAM) best practices.
Ensure data protection, encryption, and secure network configurations.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Leadership
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and product teams, to align cloud architecture with business goals.
Conduct architectural reviews, present proposals, and lead discussions with stakeholders.
Mentor and guide team members on Google Cloud Platform best practices and emerging technologies.
Extensive hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) services, including but not limited to:
Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine (GKE), and App Engine
BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Dataflow
Pub/Sub and Cloud Func Strong understanding of cloud networking (VPC, VPN, Interconnect, DNS).
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager.
Experience in designing and implementing microservices architectures and containerized workloads.
Cloud Architecture and Migration Experience
Proven experience designing cloud-native and hybrid solutions.
Expertise in cloud migration strategies for workloads and data.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to articulate and document architecture decisions and trade-offs.
Collaborative mindset to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Google Cloud Platform certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Data Engineer).
Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures.
Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and tools like Jenkins or GitOps.
Knowledge of AI/ML services on Google Cloud Platform (Vertex AI, AutoML).
Security certifications (e.g., CCSP, CISSP) are a plus.
Benefits/Other Compensation
This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).
Why Hays?
You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.
Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume?
Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting.
Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.
In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text .
Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.
#LI-DNI
The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.
Our client is seeking a Cloud Architect in Seattle, WA.
Job Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced Google Cloud Platform Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform).
The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in Google Cloud Platform services, have experience with cloud migrations, and be adept at building scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures tailored to business needs.
Architectural Design and Planning
Develop cloud architecture solutions leveraging Google Cloud Platform services such as Compute Engine, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, Cloud SQL, and Kubernetes Engine.
Translate business and technical requirements into scalable and secure cloud designs.
Define architecture blueprints, best practices, and cloud standards for deployment.
Cloud Migration Strategy
Assess existing systems, workloads, and data to determine cloud migration strategies.
Design migration plans for applications, data, and infrastructure to Google Cloud Platform.
Optimize resource utilization during migration to ensure minimal downtime and cost efficiency.
Implementation and Deployment
Lead the setup and configuration of Google Cloud Platform environments, including VPCs, IAM policies, firewalls, and hybrid connectivity.
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Deployment Manager, or Ansible.
Collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration.
Performance and Cost Optimization
Monitor and optimize cloud resource usage for performance and cost-efficiency.
Implement solutions for high availability, disaster recovery, and auto-scaling.
Leverage tools like Stackdriver for observability, logging, and monitoring.
Security and Compliance
Design cloud architectures with a strong focus on security and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Implement identity and access management (IAM) best practices.
Ensure data protection, encryption, and secure network configurations.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Leadership
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and product teams, to align cloud architecture with business goals.
Conduct architectural reviews, present proposals, and lead discussions with stakeholders.
Mentor and guide team members on Google Cloud Platform best practices and emerging technologies.
Extensive hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform) services, including but not limited to:
Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine (GKE), and App Engine
BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Dataflow
Pub/Sub and Cloud Func Strong understanding of cloud networking (VPC, VPN, Interconnect, DNS).
Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager.
Experience in designing and implementing microservices architectures and containerized workloads.
Cloud Architecture and Migration Experience
Proven experience designing cloud-native and hybrid solutions.
Expertise in cloud migration strategies for workloads and data.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to articulate and document architecture decisions and trade-offs.
Collaborative mindset to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Google Cloud Platform certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Data Engineer).
Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures.
Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and tools like Jenkins or GitOps.
Knowledge of AI/ML services on Google Cloud Platform (Vertex AI, AutoML).
Security certifications (e.g., CCSP, CISSP) are a plus.
Benefits/Other Compensation
This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).
Why Hays?
You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.
Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume?
Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting.
Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.
In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text .
Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.
#LI-DNI
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