Cloud Architect – Google Cloud Platform; GCP

Overview

Cloud Architect – Google Cloud Platform (GCP) at West Monroe

West Monroe is hiring a Cloud Architect for our growing Enterprise Technology practice. This role focuses on leading Google Cloud Platform (GCP) migrations and modernizing complex IT environments for a wide range of clients. The architect will design, engineer, and deploy cutting-edge GCP solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Collaborate with West Monroe consultants and client leadership to architect, build, and deploy secure GCP cloud solutions that improve business operations.
• Assess current-state IT environments, interview stakeholders, gather/define requirements, and recommend viable GCP migration strategies and solutions.
• Design and implement GCP landing zones that align with best practices for scalability, security, and governance.
• Lead on-premises to GCP migration projects, including workload assessment, migration planning, and execution.
• Develop and enforce GCP architecture standards, best practices, and governance frameworks to ensure secure, compliant, and consistent solutions.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform to automate deployments in GCP.
• Optimize GCP services, applications, and IT systems to enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency.
• Support analysis for key decisions regarding project direction, including GCP service selections, team work streams, and methodology.
• Provide technical leadership in implementing Dev Ops and CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployment in GCP environments.
• Assist in business development by supporting proposals, pre-sales technical discovery, and client presentations related to GCP.
• Act as a mentor and coach to junior consultants on GCP technical best practices, professional development, and client engagement.
• Contribute to practice development and Center of Excellence meetings by sharing insights, tools, and methodologies to improve delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred, or equivalent experience required.
• Consulting firm/industry experience preferred.
• 5-10+ years of experience in an IT architecture/engineering role, with a focus on cloud computing and GCP migrations.
• Proven experience leading on-premises to GCP migration projects, including assessment, planning, and execution.
• Strong understanding of GCP services such as Compute Engine, Big Query, Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, and networking.
• Proficient with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and deployment automation in GCP.
• Experience with Dev Ops tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and monitoring within GCP environments.
• Confident communication, presentation, and team leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel for client engagements.
• Bonus: GCP Professional Certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Data Engineer), scripting experience (Python, Power Shell), and familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, ISO, PCI).

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