Overview
On Site
175k - 200k
Full Time
Skills
IaaS
Scalability
Routing
STaaS
Storage
Database
SQL
Management
Orchestration
Kubernetes
Collaboration
GitLab
Jenkins
Cloud Storage
Virtual Private Cloud
Computer Networking
Firewall
Virtual Private Network
Terraform
Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud
Cloud Computing
Scripting
Bash
Python
Git
Workflow
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Security Clearance
SAP BASIS
Job Details
Lead Google Cloud Platform Engineer
We are seeking a seasoned Google Cloud Platform Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and management of our enterprise cloud infrastructure. This role will serve as the subject matter expert for Google Cloud Platform foundational services-driving scalability, security, and reliability across mission-critical systems. Candidates should bring deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform networking, storage, databases, and security, with the ability to guide development teams and optimize cloud resources.
The company is located in Ashburn, VA and will be 2-3 days onsite a week.
What You Will Be Doing:
This position doesn't provide sponsorship.
We are seeking a seasoned Google Cloud Platform Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and management of our enterprise cloud infrastructure. This role will serve as the subject matter expert for Google Cloud Platform foundational services-driving scalability, security, and reliability across mission-critical systems. Candidates should bring deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform networking, storage, databases, and security, with the ability to guide development teams and optimize cloud resources.
The company is located in Ashburn, VA and will be 2-3 days onsite a week.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Architect and deploy scalable, secure infrastructure on Google Cloud.
- Manage core Google Cloud Platform services including VPCs, subnets, firewalls, and routing.
- Configure and optimize Google Cloud Platform storage (Cloud Storage, Filestore, Persistent Disk).
- Administer IAM policies, ensuring least-privilege access across environments.
- Operate and tune cloud-native databases (Cloud SQL, Spanner, Bigtable).
- Oversee container orchestration with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).
- Monitor infrastructure performance, troubleshoot issues, and control costs.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure application readiness on Google Cloud Platform.
- Develop Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Cloud Deployment Manager).
- Support CI/CD pipelines (Git, GitLab, Jenkins, Harness) for streamlined delivery.
- 10+ years in Cloud, Platform, or Infrastructure Engineering roles.
- 3+ years hands-on with Google Cloud services.
- Deep knowledge of Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, VPC, and related services.
- Strong background in networking, firewalls, and VPNs in cloud environments.
- Proven experience with IaC tools (Terraform, Deployment Manager).
- Google Cloud Platform Professional certification (e.g., Cloud Architect) preferred.
- Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python).
- Familiarity with Git-based workflows and CI/CD automation.
- Eligible for Public Trust; active DHS/CBP or TS clearance highly desirable.
This position doesn't provide sponsorship.
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