Job Description

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled  Google Cloud Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of cloud solutions on  Google Cloud Platform (GCP) . The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud architecture, infrastructure modernization, and cloud security best practices. This role requires a deep understanding of GCP services, cloud migration strategies, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performing cloud solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement  secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud architectures on  Google Cloud Platform (GCP) .

• Develop and execute  cloud migration strategies for enterprise applications and data.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance on  GCP best practices , including networking, security, identity and access management, and cost optimization.

• Collaborate with  DevOps and engineering teams to streamline  CI/CD pipelines, automation, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC)practices.

• Ensure compliance with  industry standards, security regulations, and organizational policies .

• Conduct  cloud readiness assessments and recommend suitable GCP services and configurations.

• Develop and maintain  documentation, architectural diagrams, and technical guidelines .

• Troubleshoot cloud-related issues and optimize performance, scalability, and resilience.

• Stay updated with  emerging GCP technologies and industry trends .

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in  cloud architecture and engineering .

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with  Google Cloud Platform (GCP)services, including  Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, Cloud Functions, and IAM .

• Strong knowledge of  networking concepts, security frameworks, and cloud-native application design .

• Experience with  Terraform, Ansible, or other Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools .

• Proficiency in scripting and automation using  Python, Bash, or PowerShell .

• Familiarity with  DevOps methodologies, CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) .

• Strong understanding of  cloud security, identity management, and compliance frameworks (ISO, SOC 2, NIST, etc.) .

• Experience with  hybrid and multi-cloud environments .

• Strong communication and leadership skills to interact with stakeholders and technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Google Professional Cloud Architect Certification (strongly preferred).

• Experience in  data engineering, AI/ML solutions, or cloud-native application development .

• Familiarity with  multi-cloud architectures (AWS, Azure) .

• Hands-on experience with  serverless computing and event-driven architectures .

  NewFound Recruiting is a Canadian professional services company headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, and is one of Canada’s leaders in professional staffing and recruiting. Currently, NewFound Recruiting is servicing clients across Canada, having established relationships in Ontario (Toronto and Ottawa), Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, and Newfoundland. By applying innovative techniques, we match the right candidate with the right position. Our 20 years of industry experience give you the assurance that we will provide the right answers to your difficult questions.

  At NewFound, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. All employment at NewFound is based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. NewFound welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities, and we will provide reasonable accommodations, accessible formats, and communication support upon request during the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at info@newfoundrecruiting.com.

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