GCP Cloud Senior Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Deployment & Implementation

• Deploy, configure, and manage cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform.
• Support cloud migration and modernization projects from on-premises and other cloud environments.
• Implement compute, storage, networking, and security solutions on GCP.
• Ensure cloud environments are optimized for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.

Infrastructure & Operations

• Manage and support GCP services including:
  • Compute Engine
  • Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
  • Cloud Storage
  • Cloud SQL
  • BigQuery
  • VPC
  • Load Balancers
  • IAM
  • Cloud Monitoring & Logging
• Perform system administration, patching, and operational support activities.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, networking, and application-related issues.

Automation & DevOps

• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
• Automate deployment and operational processes.
• Support CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, or Cloud Build.
• Implement monitoring, alerting, and backup strategies.

Security & Compliance

• Implement cloud security best practices.
• Configure IAM policies, service accounts, and access controls.
• Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and governance standards.
• Participate in vulnerability remediation and security audits.

Customer & Delivery Support

• Collaborate with customers, architects, and project managers throughout delivery engagements.
• Participate in solution implementation, testing, and production go-live activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, implementation guides, and operational runbooks.
• Provide post-deployment support and knowledge transfer sessions.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience with:
  • Compute Engine
  • GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine)
  • Cloud Storage
  • VPC & Networking
  • IAM & Security
  • Cloud SQL
  • Big Query
  • Monitoring & Logging
• Knowledge of Linux/Windows administration.
• Understanding of DNS, Load Balancing, VPN, and Firewall concepts.
• Experience with Terraform or similar IaC tools.
• Exposure to Docker and Kubernetes.

DevOps & Automation

• Experience with CI/CD tools and deployment automation.
• Scripting knowledge in Python, Shell, or PowerShell.
• Familiarity with Git-based version control systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• Google Associate Cloud Engineer Certification preferred.
• Google Professional Cloud Architect Certification is an added advantage.

Preferred Experience

• 4+ years of IT infrastructure, cloud, or systems engineering experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on GCP implementation and support experience.
• Experience in cloud migration, managed services, or cloud operations environments.
• Knowledge of AWS or Azure is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and customer-facing abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-oriented environment.
• Team collaboration and ownership mindset.
• Continuous learning and cloud technology adoption.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Successful Project Deliveries
• SLA & Support Compliance
• Infrastructure Availability
• Incident Resolution Time
• Automation & Process Improvement Initiatives
• Customer Satisfaction
• Cloud Security Compliance
• Certification Achievement