Remote Senior Cloud Architect, GCP , Contract to Hire

Description:

• 66degrees is seeking a senior contractor for a 6-month remote assignment with the potential for permanent conversion.
• The role involves identifying customer priorities, technical objections, and design strategies within the Google ecosystem to drive business growth and resolve blockers.
• Responsibilities include leading requirements gathering, project scoping, solution design, problem-solving, and architecture diagramming.
• The candidate will provide domain expertise in public cloud and enterprise technology, offering recommendations on integration strategies, enterprise architectures, platforms, and application infrastructure for clients.
• The position requires leading planning, status, and standup meetings.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is required; experience with AWS and Azure is desirable.
• At least 2 years of experience as a GCP Architect is necessary.
• Extensive experience in security, networking, and identity management within cloud environments is required.
• The candidate must be skilled in implementing hybrid connectivity using VPN or Cloud Interconnect.
• Proficiency in designing and managing Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies and roles in GCP is essential.
• Knowledge of network architecture, including VPC design, subnetting, and firewall rules, is required, along with experience in identity federation and single sign-on (SSO) solutions.
• The candidate should have experience in guiding, building, architecting, designing, and implementing GCP Infrastructure while adhering to best practices.
• Extensive experience with security (zero trust) and networking in cloud environments is necessary.
• The ability to advise and implement CI/CD practices using tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Cloud Build, and Cloud Deploy, as well as concepts like GitOps and GitFlow, is required.
• Experience with structured Cloud Architecture practices, hybrid cloud deployments, and on-premises-to-cloud migration deployments and roadmaps is essential.
• The candidate should possess knowledge of technology solutions and the ability to learn emerging technologies in the Cloud/IT space.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and the ability to engage and influence audiences are necessary.
• Proven ability to train and transfer knowledge on GCP best practices, tools, and technologies is required.
• Excellent organizational skills and customer-facing communication are essential.
• Proficiency in documentation and knowledge transfer using remote meetings, written documents, and technical diagrams is required.
• Experience in implementing hybrid connectivity using VPN or Cloud Interconnect is a plus.
• A background in professional services or consulting is preferred.

Benefits:

• The position offers the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the United States.
• There is potential for permanent employment after the initial 6-month contract.
• The role provides the chance to work with leading brands and contribute to innovative AI-focused, data-led solutions.
• Employees will have access to a collaborative work environment that encourages independent and team-based work.
• 66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace.