Google Cloud Architect (hybrid)

Overview

• Tier One Technologies has an immediate need for a Google Cloud Architect for our US Government client.
• This hybrid contract-to-hire position will be available to start in Raleigh, NC or Eagan, MN.
• Must have an active GCP Certification.
• Some occasional travel may be required to support program needs.
• SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT.

Responsibilities

• Design & Architect - Build cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) aligned with a Microservices/SOA framework; produce implementation-ready documentation including bill of materials and cost estimates.
• Define Standards - Develop and publish cloud policies, design patterns, and reference architectures for consistent, repeatable solutions.
• Lead Cloud Adoption - Champion cultural change, build roadmaps, and communicate cloud strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
• Document Solutions - Prepare solution descriptions, technical approach, assumptions, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
• Govern Architecture - Ensure all solutions comply with enterprise technology standards, security requirements, and industry best practices.
• Enable Teams - Identify skill gaps, develop training materials, and deliver technical guidance to engineers and management.
• Manage Vendors - Interface with vendors to ensure standard architectures are followed across projects.
• AI Integration - Leverage AI to accelerate on-prem-to-GCP migration and automate systems, applications, and workflows to improve efficiency and decision-making.
• Automate & Integrate - Automate complex tasks and integrate cloud services with on-premise and third-party platforms.
• Troubleshoot - Act as an IT SWAT team member for high-priority problem resolution across design, development, and operations.
• Communicate - Translate complex technical concepts for both technical teams and executive leadership; produce briefings, technical documentation, and architecture diagrams.

Qualifications

• A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the degree is not in the applicable field, then 4 additional years of related experience is required.
• 13+ years of experience in Information Technology.
• Deep understanding of systems development and architecture in cloud environments, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
• Proven ability to integrate Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with SaaS and on-premises platforms, including Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, and Linux environments.
• Active Google Cloud Platform (GCP) certification.
• Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and scaling enterprise solutions on Google Cloud.
• Current knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) and industry trends, with experience applying modern technologies and practices to accelerate software delivery, including Agile, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD).
• Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, including networking, compute, storage, virtualization, high availability, and monitoring.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and present management briefings, provide technical guidance, and prepare and present recommendations, reports, and other technical documentation.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident (Green Card Holder).
• Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Be able to pass a drug screening, criminal history, and credit checks.
• Must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)