Cloud Solutions Architect - Gcp

Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Cloud Solutions Architect - GCP
Position type: Remote
Duration: 3 Months
Location: Frisco, TX
As a Cloud Solutions Architect - GCP you will:
We are seeking an experienced and innovative GCP Cloud Solutions Architect with expertise in Terraform to join our dynamic team. As a Cloud Solutions Architect specializing in Google Cloud Platform, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing Cloud Solutions to meet our business needs. You will leverage your expertise in GCP services, infrastructure as code (IaaC) principles, and Terraform to architect scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud architecture, extensive experience with GCP, and a proven track record of implementing infrastructure automation using Terraform.
The ideal candidate will have:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements, technical constraints, and strategic objectives, and translate them into scalable and resilient cloud architectures on Google Cloud Platform.
• Design and architect GCP solutions that align with industry best practices, security standards, and regulatory requirements, leveraging native GCP services and third-party tools where appropriate.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaaC) templates and configurations using Terraform, ensuring consistency, repeatability, and version control across cloud environments.
• Lead the implementation and deployment of cloud infrastructure components, such as virtual machines, containers, networking, storage, and identity/access management, using Terraform.
• Optimize cloud resources and costs by implementing auto-scaling, right-sizing, and cost management strategies within Terraform templates and configurations.
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate Terraform with CI/CD pipelines, enabling automated provisioning, testing, and deployment of cloud resources.
• Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams on GCP architecture, best practices, and troubleshooting, serving as a subject matter expert on cloud technologies and solutions.
• Conduct architecture reviews, performance assessments, and security audits of cloud environments, identifying areas for optimization, enhancement, and risk mitigation.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in cloud computing, GCP services, and infrastructure automation, and evaluate their applicability to our business needs.
• Lead knowledge sharing sessions, workshops, and training programs to disseminate best practices and foster a culture of learning and innovation within the organization.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud architecture, with at least 2 years of specialized experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Extensive hands-on experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaaC) automation and management in GCP environments.
• Strong understanding of GCP services, including Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud Networking, IAM, and Security Command Center.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud architectures on GCP, with a focus on performance, security, and efficiency.
• Experience integrating Terraform with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools, such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or CircleCI.
• Solid understanding of cloud security best practices, compliance standards, and risk management principles, and experience implementing security controls within GCP using Terraform.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in cloud environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications such as Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect or HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate are highly desirable.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
Thank you!
Kiran Vajrala
Manager
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: 120000-141000 Per Year
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
Recent Recognitions:

• One of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA - Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022)
• ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020)
• One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022)
• Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MS

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/
Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hr@innovasolutions.com or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.
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