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GCP Architect

Description

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We are looking for a GCP Architect to join our team and help us design, develop, and manage robust, secure, scalable, highly available, and dynamic solutions to drive our business objectives on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud computing and GCP services, including Compute Engine, App Engine, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, and Cloud Functions. You will be responsible for evaluating existing architectures and systems, designing cloud-based solutions, and implementing cloud-native technologies to meet our business needs. You will work closely with IT and development teams to ensure that cloud solutions are integrated smoothly and efficiently. Your role will involve staying up-to-date with the latest in cloud technology and GCP services, as well as ensuring compliance with industry standards and security policies. This position requires a strategic thinker who can understand complex business requirements and translate them into scalable, reliable, and performant cloud-based architectures.

Responsibilities

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  • Design and plan architectural solutions on GCP.
  • Ensure architectural solutions are scalable, reliable, and secure.
  • Work with development teams to integrate cloud services into business applications.
  • Migrate existing on-premises applications to GCP.
  • Implement and manage cloud solutions and services.
  • Monitor cloud services and solutions for performance and cost optimization.
  • Ensure compliance with security and privacy regulations.
  • Provide technical guidance and training to team members.
  • Stay up-to-date with new GCP services and technologies.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements.
  • Design disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
  • Optimize resource utilization and cost.
  • Implement automation tools for efficient cloud operations.
  • Conduct system performance analysis and optimize for scalability.
  • Manage cloud access and identity management.
  • Document architecture designs and configurations.
  • Lead cloud strategy and implementation projects.
  • Evaluate new cloud technologies and services for potential adoption.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with cloud infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with external vendors and service providers.

Requirements

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  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Professional certification in GCP Architecture.
  • Proven experience as a GCP Architect or similar role.
  • Strong understanding of cloud computing and GCP services.
  • Experience with cloud migration strategies and tools.
  • Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Experience with networking and security in cloud environments.
  • Understanding of database technologies and big data solutions.
  • Ability to design scalable and reliable cloud-native applications.
  • Knowledge of software development lifecycle and methodologies.
  • Experience with cost management and optimization in cloud environments.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages and infrastructure as code.
  • Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements in cloud deployments.
  • Ability to lead and manage projects.
  • Strong documentation and presentation skills.
  • Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies.
  • Experience with multi-cloud environments is a plus.

Potential interview questions

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  • Can you describe a complex GCP architecture you designed?
  • How do you approach cost optimization for GCP deployments?
  • What strategies do you use for ensuring security and compliance in cloud architectures?
  • Can you explain a challenging cloud migration project you've worked on?
  • How do you stay updated with new GCP services and features?
  • What is your experience with containerization and orchestration technologies?
  • How do you handle disaster recovery and business continuity planning in GCP?
  • Can you discuss a time when you had to troubleshoot a critical issue in a cloud environment?
  • What is your approach to monitoring and optimizing cloud performance?
  • How do you ensure effective collaboration between IT and development teams in cloud projects?