Senior Solutions Architect - Google

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cloud Infrastructure Design:

· Develop and maintain scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure architectures.

· Design and implement cloud-based solutions including virtual machines, storage, networking, databases, and other components.

· Experience with both cloud and on-prem architecture design.

· Proven track record of designing and executing successful cloud implementation projects adhering to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

2. Cloud Migration and Modernization:

· Lead cloud migration projects by assessing existing infrastructure and applications for cloud suitability.

· Develop cloud migration strategies, including data migration, application refactoring, and workload optimization.

· Assist in modernizing legacy applications to leverage cloud-native technologies.

3. Cloud Automation:

· Implement automation solutions using tools like Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation for streamlined infrastructure provisioning and management.

· Develop and maintain configuration management scripts and templates.

4. DevOps Strategies:

· Design and develop DevOps strategies aligned with customer business objectives.

· Create CI/CD pipelines to streamline software development and delivery.

· Understand and incorporate DevOps and DevSecOps practices.

5. Technical Consultation:

· Provide technical guidance and support to development teams and other stakeholders.

· Collaborate with architects and engineers to design and implement cloud-native applications.

· Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) based on new and latest services.

· Support evaluation/Proof of Concept (POC) processes.

6. Cloud Governance and Compliance:

· Establish and maintain cloud governance frameworks and policies to ensure compliance with security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, HIPAA).

· Ensure adherence to compliance requirements in cloud environments.

7. Customer Engagement:

· Engage with customers to understand their current infrastructure and propose cloud native solutions.

· Present technical solutions and business benefits to various external stakeholders, including senior executives.

· Collaborate with sales and internal teams to develop scope of work documents, proposals, and pricing requirements.

8. Collaboration:

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams including FinOps, Delivery, and Implementation teams on pricing and technical validation.

· Assist with developing and documenting cloud governance processes and tools. Mandatory Skills:

· Strong expertise in Cloud Migration, Cloud Networking, Kubernetes. • Proven experience with Azure and GCP core services, networking, storage, compute, and security.

· Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes). • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation and configuration management.

· Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation.

· Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) & Sovereign Cloud: In-depth knowledge of Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) architecture and digital/sovereign cloud requirements (data, operational, and software sovereignty). Hands-on experience or familiarity with GDC integrated services including Vertex AI, GKE, Databases, and Storage. Understanding of deployment and management across connected and air-gapped GDC environments.

Desirable Skills:

· Experience with sovereign cloud, cloud architecture, cloud migration, network infrastructure management, and distributed systems.

· Knowledge of DevOps, DevSecOps, and serverless technologies.

· Strong understanding of cloud governance and compliance frameworks.

Qualifications:

· Certified Architect in Azure or GCP cloud technologies.

· Azure/AWS/GCP certifications preferred.

Soft Skills:

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks methodically.

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

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