Make an impact with NTT DATA. Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Google Cloud Architect to design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and cost‑effective cloud solutions on Google Cloud for clients in North America and Europe and Middle East & Africa. Key Responsibilities Design and implement cloud-native solutions using GCP services such as Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, and Cloud Storage. Lead cloud architecture and infrastructure design sessions with stakeholders. Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform or Google Cloud Deployment Manager. Ensure security best practices are followed in all cloud deployments. Collaborate with DevOps, development, and security teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines. Optimize cloud costs and monitor system performance. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers. Stay current with Google Cloud services and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions. Architect and implement end-to-end Google Cloud solutions tailored to client and internal project needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable, secure, and cost‑effective cloud solutions. Serve as a trusted technical advisor to the client, ensuring solutions accomplish the client’s objectives. Design and architect cloud-based systems, ensuring high availability, scalability, performance, and reliability. Required Qualifications and Knowledge Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Google Certified: Professional Cloud Architect (or equivalent). Advanced knowledge in Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Private Cloud, with an understanding of the services offered by each platform. Strong knowledge of Google Cloud services such as Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, and Cloud Storage. Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK. Strong understanding of networking, security, and compliance in cloud environments. Familiarity with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Git, Docker, and Kubernetes. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills. Preferred Experience Experience with hybrid cloud or multi‑cloud environments. 5–7 years of experience in cloud architecture and engineering. Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration (GKE). Advanced familiarity with IaC tools and frameworks on hybrid or multi‑cloud environments such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager, or Google Cloud Deployment Manager. Knowledge of serverless architecture and microservices. Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools like Datadog, Prometheus, or ELK Stack. Background in software development or scripting (Python, Bash, etc.). Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA). Workplace Type Hybrid Working Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Google Cloud Architect
NTT LIMITED
johannesburg, johannesburg
Published 7 days ago
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