Senior / Staff Cloud Engineer, Harness

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a Cloud Engineer, preferably with a focus on Google Cloud Platform.
• In-depth knowledge of GCP services, including Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, Cloud Pub/Sub, etc.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages like Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Deployment Manager, or Cloud Deployment Manager.
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Cloud Build).
• Solid understanding of networking principles and experience with VPCs, VPNs, load balancers, and firewall rules.
• Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing security controls in a cloud environment.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Stackdriver, Prometheus, ELK stack).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in a distributed environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Desirable

• As a Cloud Engineer specializing in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions for our organization
• You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, and operations teams, to ensure the successful deployment and operation of cloud infrastructure and services
• Design and implement scalable and reliable cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform
• Collaborate with development teams to provide guidance and support in adopting cloud-native architectures and best practices
• Deploy and manage cloud resources, including virtual machines, containers, and storage systems, to meet application requirements
• Develop and automate infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager
• Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and deployment of cloud applications
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure, including performance monitoring, log analysis, and incident response
• Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with data protection and privacy regulations
• Collaborate with the operations team to define and implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies
• Stay updated with the latest developments and advancements in GCP services and recommend their adoption when appropriate
• Participate in capacity planning, performance optimization, and cost management activities
• Provide technical expertise and support to internal teams and stakeholders regarding GCP-related initiatives