Google Cloud Lead Engineer

TechTrend is seeking a talented Google Cloud Lead Engineer to join our team of talented staff. Using a modern technology stack and agile approach, in this role you will have the opportunity to be a part of a workforce that is transforming IT through technology modernization efforts.

Be a member of an environment that thrives on innovation and ideas of all members of the team. Our environment is highly collaborative and allows you the opportunity to continue building your skills through training and multiple diverse projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partnering with the Cloud Engineers and Architects to develop advanced, leading-edge, cloud-oriented architectures that provide new cybersecurity capabilities to a major U.S. Government customer.

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, business teams, development teams, and other IT professionals to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Extensive experience with Google Cloud Platform services including: Compute Engine, Cloud Run, Vertex AI and other GCP AI/ML services

• Familiarity with the following technologies in a cloud environment: Jenkins, Orca, Apigee, GCP SCC, Splunk, Sonarqube.

• Implement and maintain network architecture within GCP, including Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), load balancers, VPNs, and connectivity with on-premises networks.

• Implement and manage GCP-native deployment pipelines using tools like Cloud Build, Cloud Deploy, GitLab CI, Artifact Registry, or Jenkins

• Ensure data security and compliance with industry standards by configuring Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles, service accounts, and access policies.

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud infrastructure, configurations, and operational procedures.

• Develop and implement strategies for optimizing resource utilization and cost management through effective scaling, right-sizing, and budget monitoring.

• Demonstrate a high degree of adaptability and willingness to take on varied responsibilities, often beyond the initial scope of the role, to meet evolving business needs and contribute to cross-functional initiatives.

• Experience working in DevOps and/or DevSecOps environments.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related technical field (Preferred)

• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect (preferred) or any additional GCP specialty certifications (ML Engineer, Security Engineer)

• Work Location: hybrid, once a week in Reston office.

• Travel Requirements: No travel

• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

· PTO & All federal holidays off

· 401(k) Plan (matching component included)

· Free Gym Access at Headquarters