Google Cloud Platform Cloud Platform Engineer

Outstanding contract opportunity! A well-known Financial Services Company is looking for a Google Cloud Platform Cloud Platform Engineer in Charlotte, NC (hybrid 3 days on-site).

Contract Duration: 12+ Months, possible contract-to-hire

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of Systems Engineering, Technology Architecture experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 5+ years of experience in IT support or cloud support roles
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform services, including GKE/Kubernetes

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience in a leadership or technical lead role
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Helm, Istio).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Stackdriver, Prometheus, Grafana)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.) and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible)
• Ability to mentor and develop junior team members
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Certifications (Preferred): Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead complex, broad impact initiatives including provision of high-level systems consultation for the technology teams
• Work as key participant in large scale planning of computer systems and network infrastructure for Systems Operations functional area
• Review and analyze complex technical challenges, as well as escalated support issues related to core business solutions that require in depth evaluation of multiple factors, such as alternatives, enhancements, periodic systems reviews, or improvements to existing systems
• Make decisions on technical changes and enhancements
• Consult with engineering team on change design requiring solid understanding of technical process controls or standards that influence and drive new initiatives
• Collaborate and consult with technical peers, colleagues, and mid to more experienced level managers to resolve systems support issues and achieve goals
• Provide L2 support for Google Cloud Platform environments, focusing on GKE/Kubernetes
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members, ensuring best practices are followed
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Participate in change management processes to ensure minimal disruption to services
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools to streamline support processes
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing updates on support activities and project progress