Role Overview
The Google Cloud Senior Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud infrastructure solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The role works closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure the reliability, scalability, and optimisation of cloud-based applications and services. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, automation expertise, and operational support while driving best practices across cloud engineering and infrastructure management.
Key Responsibilities
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Design and implement scalable, reliable, and secure cloud architectures on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
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Manage and optimise cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and operational efficiency.
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Develop automation scripts and tooling to streamline cloud operations and infrastructure management.
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Implement and maintain infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform.
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Apply cloud security best practices and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
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Configure and maintain monitoring, alerting, and performance optimisation practices across cloud environments.
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Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to integrate cloud solutions into broader system architectures.
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Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for cloud infrastructure and operational incidents.
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Support CI/CD pipeline implementation and optimisation, including GitHub Actions workflows.
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Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing within the team.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives across cloud operations, automation, and performance optimisation.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in cloud engineering or cloud infrastructure roles.
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At least 2 years’ hands-on experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
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Strong experience with GCP services including Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Cloud Storage, BigQuery, Cloud Functions, and Pub/Sub.
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Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform.
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Strong scripting and automation experience using Python, Bash, or similar languages.
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Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines, preferably using GitHub Actions.
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Strong understanding of cloud networking, architecture, and security principles.
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Experience applying cloud security best practices and compliance requirements.
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Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
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Strong collaboration and communication skills within cross-functional teams.
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Experience mentoring or guiding junior engineers.
Desirable Skills & Experience
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Experience working within multi-cloud environments.
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Exposure to big data technologies and tooling within GCP.
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Experience with cloud performance tuning and optimisation.
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Exposure to Kubernetes administration and container orchestration best practices.
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Experience supporting enterprise-scale cloud environments.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
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Advanced degree would be advantageous.
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GCP Professional Cloud Architect certification or similar cloud certifications are highly desirable.
Behavioural Competencies
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Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
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Excellent collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Ability to work effectively in fast-paced and evolving technical environments.
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Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
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Adaptability and willingness to learn emerging technologies.
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Proactive mindset focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale cloud transformation projects.
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Exposure to modern cloud technologies and engineering practices.
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Collaborative and innovative engineering environment.
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Professional growth, learning, and certification opportunities.
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Opportunity to contribute to impactful and meaningful technology solutions.
