EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
We are looking for an experienced GCP Cloud Architect to join our dynamic team.
As a GCP Cloud Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud solutions on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to drive innovation, scalability, and performance for our business needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful deployment and integration of GCP services and architectures while aligning with industry best practices and organizational strategies.
Responsibilities
- Cloud Architecture Design: Design and develop scalable, secure, and cost-optimized cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for various business applications
- Solution Implementation: Lead and oversee deployments of GCP services, ensuring they integrate effectively into existing systems and processes
- Technical Leadership: Provide expert guidance to technical teams as they build and deploy GCP-based applications and infrastructure
- Cloud Optimization: Analyze cloud usage and recommend optimizations to improve performance, availability, and cost-efficiency
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain automated deployments using tools like Terraform, Deployment Manager, or similar
- Security and Compliance: Ensure all GCP implementations meet security, compliance, and governance standards
- Troubleshooting: Act as a subject matter expert for resolving architecture and infrastructure issues related to GCP environments
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, engineers, and business leaders to align cloud strategies with business objectives
- Documentation: Develop robust architecture documentation, workflows, and operational procedures for GCP infrastructure and applications
- Training: Mentor and train team members on GCP best practices and emerging technologies
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
- Communication and stakeholder management - Prior experience working in a client-facing role, communicating with the client, identifying stakeholders, explaining concerns and conducting workshops to establish the solution requirements and to present solutions to a senior audience
- Good knowledge of architectural theory - Architecture styles and tactics used to solve problems in the context of the target cloud platform Familiarity with the cloud solutions and best practices recommended by Google Cloud
- Strong expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, including Compute Engine, App Engine, Kubernetes Engine (GKE), BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Cloud Networking
- 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture and implementation (preferably with GCP)
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Deployment Manager, or similar
- Comprehensive understanding of microservices architecture, containerization, and Kubernetes orchestration
- Solid knowledge of networking, firewalls, and security principles within cloud environments
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Familiarity with enterprise-level cloud strategies like hybrid cloud, disaster recovery, and performance optimization
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience addressing both technical and business challenges
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Nice to have
- GCP certifications, such as Google Cloud Professional Architect or Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer
- Experience with other cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus
- Knowledge of big data processing tools like Apache Beam or Dataflow
- Understanding of machine learning workflows on GCP using AI/ML tools such as Vertex AI or TensorFlow
- Familiarity with cloud migration strategies and tools (e.g., Velostrata, Transfer Appliance)
- Hands-on experience in multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architecture designs
We offer
- We believe that the greatest strength of the company is its people. EPAM is fully committed to help its employees to reach their full potential and achieve their professional goals through continues learning. With this in mind, we would like to introduce to you few of the many opportunities and services which we believe will help you expand your current knowledge:
- Full access to cutting-edge tools and technologies
- Competitive compensation depending on experience and skills
- All-around Social package: professional & soft skills training, medical & family care programs, sports
- Relocation opportunities
- Free English classes
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Continuous experience exchange with experts and professionals worldwide
- Friendly team and comfortable working environment
- Engineering, corporate, and social events within and outside the Company
- Flexible working schedule
- Opportunities for self-realization
