Job Title: Cloud Architect – Google Cloud
Location: Dublin/Hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect with strong expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to join a forward-thinking organization.
This is an exciting opportunity for candidates who enjoy designing scalable, secure, and innovative cloud solutions and want to make a real impact in a fast-growing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and manage cloud architecture solutions on Google Cloud Platform.Lead architecture decisions and provide technical guidance on cloud adoption, migration, and optimization.Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure robust and scalable solutions.Define and enforce cloud governance, security, and compliance standards.Evaluate and recommend cloud services, tools, and best practices for ongoing improvement.Support proof-of-concepts and innovation initiatives leveraging GCP capabilities.Required Skills & Experience:
Proven experience as a Cloud Architect or similar role, with hands-on expertise in Google Cloud Platform.Strong understanding of cloud architecture patterns, microservices, APIs, and containerization (Kubernetes, Docker).Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, Cloud Deployment Manager, or similar.Solid knowledge of networking, security, and compliance in cloud environments.Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Desirable Skills:
Multi-cloud experience (AWS, Azure) is a plus.Experience with data platforms, analytics, or machine learning on GCP.Cloud certification (GCP Professional Cloud Architect or equivalent).On Offer
Salary - €Negotiable +bonus Leave: 25 days annual leave, 10 days sick leave + statutory leave entitlement + ROI public holidaysHealth Insurance for you and dependents.
PensionInsurance: Life Assurance (4x basic salary), Income Protection (from 3 months), Private Medical Insurance, Business Travel Cover (within & outside Ireland)Development & Support: Personal and professional skills development, free financial planning reviews, and mental health support#LI-JM2