Google Cloud Platform Engineer

• Plan, engineer, and optimize cloud infrastructure and applications
• Implement and design cloud-related hardware and software solutions
• Monitor and analyze system performance across cloud environments
• Apply standard concepts and practices of SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS models
• Solve business problems using business process redesign and cloud computing technologies
• Consult with business process owners and functional leaders to understand needs and recommend solutions
• Apply business process re-engineering methodologies to support systems modernization
• Develop documentation for new standard operating procedures and cloud products
• Prepare and deliver reports, recommendations, operating models, and workflow designs
• Create methodologies to measure process performance against established metrics
• Maintain proficiency in Business Process Re-engineering best practices
• Analyze digital and web service solutions using open-source and cloud technologies
• Rationalize complex technical information and validate data sources
• Assess strategic alignment, cost/benefit, and risk for proposed technical solutions
• Collaborate with Product Managers to define product approaches that meet user needs
• Support budgeting and resource requirement assessments as needed
• Recommend actions based on analysis to support organizational decision-making
• Provide solutions to technical problems of moderate scope under general supervision
• Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions
• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
• Participate in growth efforts as requested
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
• Complete personal PDP and attend all company meetings (with camera on)
• Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients
• Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field with 4+ years of experience
• Knowledge and expertise in engineering, operating and maintaining Google Cloud products
• Deep knowledge of digital and web service solutions leveraging open-source tools, cloud technologies, and agile methodologies
• Experience applying technical standards, principles, and industry best practices
• Ability to rationalize complex technical information for diverse audiences
• Strong analytical skills to interrogate data, validate information, and identify inconsistencies
• Ability to assess strategic alignment, cost/benefit, and risk for technical solution proposals
• Demonstrated experience providing solutions to technical problems of moderate complexity
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and product managers
• Current DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II certification
• One or more cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or equivalent) required

Demonstrates expertise in cloud infrastructure engineering and optimization, with a strong focus on Google Cloud products and business process re-engineering methodologies. Capable of analyzing system performance and providing data-driven solutions to enhance operational efficiency and meet organizational goals.

• Google Cloud Expertise
• Business Process Re-engineering
• Cloud Certifications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Analytical Skills
• Cross-functional Collaboration

• Cloud Infrastructure Engineering
• SaaS, PaaS, IaaS Models
• Open-source Tools
• Agile Methodologies
• Technical Standards and Principles
• System Performance Analysis
• Documentation Development
• Workflow Design
• Process Performance Measurement
• Technical Problem Solving

• Effective Communication
• Relationship Building
• Analytical Thinking
• Collaboration
• Decision Making

• DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II Certification
• Cloud Certifications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

• Cloud Technologies
• Digital Solutions
• Web Services
• Business Process Redesign
• Cost/Benefit Analysis
• Risk Assessment
• Operational Strategies
• Contractual Deliverables
• Strategic Alignment
• Performance Metrics