Senior Cloud Engineer, GCP

Job Description:

• Lead the migration of a full-stack, AI-enabled application into Google Cloud Platform (GCP) within a cArmy environment
• Operate as the primary cloud SME, driving architecture, design, and implementation decisions
• Design and implement scalable, secure, cloud-native solutions leveraging GCP services
• Collaborate with Army stakeholders, Google partners, and internal teams to align technical solutions with mission needs
• Interface across multiple teams to coordinate migration efforts and ensure successful delivery
• Establish best practices for cloud architecture, security, and deployment in a regulated environment
• Support and improve CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployment workflows
• Troubleshoot complex issues across infrastructure, application, and data layers
• Lay the foundation for future migrations and help shape a repeatable cloud adoption strategy
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship as the team grows

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in a DevSecOps, Cloud or related engineer role
• Strong, hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) (architecture, services, deployment)
• Experience leading or executing application migrations to cloud environments
• Ability to operate independently and take ownership of complex technical efforts (“stand-alone” capability)
• Experience working across multiple teams and stakeholders in a collaborative environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working in U.S. Army environments
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Google Cloud certification (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Cloud Engineer, or similar)

Benefits:

• Flexible PTO + all Federal holidays off
• Health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k with employer match
• Company-sponsored life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Professional development (training, certifications, conferences)
• Paid cloud developer accounts
• Referral bonuses
• HQ office perks (parking / metro reimbursement, nitro coffee & lunches)
• Annual social events (540 Week, hackathon, charity golf tournament, etc.)
• Access to 540’s Washington Capitals & Nationals tickets

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