We are seeking a highly skilled Senior GCP DevOps Engineer to join our collaborative team.
The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions with a focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This position requires a proactive individual who thrives in a hybrid environment, demonstrates expertise in modern DevOps practices, and has a passion for mentoring and leading teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Architect and guide the development of best practices suited for a cloud/on-prem hybrid environment with a focus on cloud
- Devise and enforce organizational policies to maintain project and system alignment
- Use modern technology and practices, including GitOps and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Deploy and maintain infrastructure components such as VPCs, IAM policies, GKE clusters, KMS, VMs, and DNS
- Optimize costs using FinOps strategies to ensure resource efficiency
- Lead the migration of virtual machines to container-based solutions
- Document processes and changes with excellent detail and clarity while sharing knowledge across the team
- Demonstrate consistent use of Google Cloud Platform within development and operational tasks
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code for scalability and security
- Ensure the smooth operation and management of Kubernetes clusters
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in DevOps engineering roles, with a focus on cloud-based environments
- Expertise in Google Cloud Platform and tools like GKE, IAM, and VPC
- Background in Infrastructure as Code practices, including Terraform or equivalent tools
- Skills in Kubernetes deployment and orchestration
- Competency in cost optimization strategies, such as FinOps
- Proficiency in containerization and migration from VMs to containers
- Excellent documentation skills and team collaboration abilities
- Familiarity with GitOps methodologies and modern DevOps practices
- Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)
Nice to have
- Understanding of cross-cloud solutions alongside GCP
- Familiarity with security best practices for cloud systems
Benefits
With us you can:
- Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
- Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
- Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
- Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
- Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations
- Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)
We focus on your professional growth:
- You can plan your individual career path together with your manager
- Receive regular feedback from colleagues
- Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
- Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
- Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
- Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
- Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects
- Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
- Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)
What we offer:
- Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
- A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)
- Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
- Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)
- Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training
- E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children