DevOps Architect - Google Cloud Platform (10-18 yrs)

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Architect with expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to design, implement, and optimize robust DevOps solutions for our cloud-native and hybrid applications. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of GCP services, DevOps methodologies, and CI/CD practices. They will play a pivotal role in driving automation, scalability, and reliability across our software delivery pipelines and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Cloud Architecture Design :

- Design robust and scalable cloud architecture solutions on AWS or Google Cloud Platform.

- Develop architectural blueprints and detailed documentation.

2. Kubernetes Expertise :

- Design and implement Kubernetes clusters for container orchestration.

- Optimize Kubernetes configurations for performance and scalability.

3. Networking :

- Design and implement GCP networking solutions, including VPCs, subnets, firewall rules, and load balancers.

- Ensure secure and efficient interconnectivity between cloud resources.

4. Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) :

- Implement SRE best practices to ensure reliability, scalability, and observability of cloud services.

- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve performance issues in collaboration with DevOps and engineering teams.

5. Cloud Best Practices :

- Define and implement cloud best practices for security, cost optimization, and performance.

- Conduct periodic reviews and audits of GCP environments to ensure adherence to best practices.

6. Collaboration and Communication :

- Work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, DevOps engineers, and project managers.

- Provide technical guidance and support during project planning and execution phases.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

- 10+ years in DevOps, cloud architecture, or related roles.

- 3+ years of hands-on experience with GCP services (e.g., Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, Pub/Sub).

- Expertise in DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD, IaC, and containerization.

- Proficiency with Kubernetes, Docker, and GKE.

- Familiarity with monitoring and alerting frameworks (Prometheus, Grafana).

- Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, or equivalent).

- Deep understanding of networking concepts, security best practices, and cloud architecture patterns.

- Expertise in ArgoCD and Helm for Kubernetes-based deployments.

- Familiarity with Terraform or other IaC tools for provisioning and managing GCP resources.

Certifications (Preferred) :

- Google Professional Cloud Architect.

- Google Professional DevOps Engineer.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience with hybrid cloud architectures or multi-cloud strategies.

- Familiarity with other cloud providers (AWS, Azure) and their interoperability with GCP.

- Background in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE).