ITECS

Title: Google Cloud Platform Lead & Google Cloud Platform Architect

Location: 2-3 days a week in office in Wilton, CT

Contract length : 1+ year

Required start date: ASAP

Level: Intermediate

Work authorization status: W2 only

MUST HAVE SKILLS:

-Google Cloud Platform Architecture

-Microsoft Azure Architecture- nice to have

Description:

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive cloud architecture solutions for infrastructure and applications in Google Cloud Platform
• Create and maintain reference architectures, guiding principles, and solution building blocks for enterprise cloud adoption
• Define technology standards and future state roadmaps for cloud services and programmable infrastructure
• Ensure security is integrated into all cloud architecture solutions through proper design and implementation
• Lead architectural decisions for Google Cloud Platform implementations while communicating impacts to stakeholders
• Develop proof-of-concepts and position papers to drive technological improvements and innovation

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience as a Cloud Platform & Product Architect with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform environments
• Proven experience setting up enterprise-level account structures and security models in Google Cloud
• Strong knowledge of cloud-based delivery models, PaaS offerings, and data integration patterns
• Experience applying engineering and coding skills in agile environments with DevOps practices
• Familiarity with IT architecture methodologies (e.g., TOGAF) and service management processes (ITIL)
• Demonstrated ability to create technical roadmaps and drive architectural decisions at enterprise scale
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Must be able to work onsite at client's office in San Jose 2-3 days a week