Intermediate Senior Cloud Engineer (GCP and Google Services)

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A masters degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in designing, implementing, and managing cloud solutions, preferably with a focus on GCP and Google services.
• Relevant certifications such as Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect or similar certifications are highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of GCP services and products, including Google Compute Engine, Google Kubernetes Engine, Google Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Functions, Google Cloud Pub/Sub, Google Cloud Datastore, etc.
• Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for infrastructure provisioning and configuration management.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and container
  orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of networking concepts, security best practices, and monitoring tools in cloud environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and Agile methodologies.
• Deadline driven
• Clear communicator
• Team-player
• Proactive
• Solution-driven
• Ready to be accountable
• Have a keen eye for detail
• Have a proven multi-tasking record
• Stress-tolerant and great at shifting priorities as demands change

Responsibilities:

• Architect, plan, and deploy highly available and scalable cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using best practices.
• Develop and configure Google Cloud services and products, including compute, storage, networking, security, databases, and machine learning.
• Collaborate with software engineers and application teams to ensure seamless integration of applications with cloud services.
• Optimize performance and cost-efficiency of cloud infrastructure and services.
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure for performance, availability, and security.
• Implement and maintain automation scripts, infrastructure as code, and configuration management tools for streamlined provisioning and management of resources.
• Perform regular backups, disaster recovery planning, and ensure data integrity in cloud environments.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and Google services.
• Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and implement necessary controls to protect cloud infrastructure and data.
• Collaborate with the security team to develop and maintain incident response plans and conduct security incident investigations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, operations, and support, to understand requirements and provide technical expertise.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, standard operating procedures, and knowledge base articles.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior cloud engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices.