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GCP Architect (GDC Edge Architect / Engineer)

GCP Architect (GDC Edge Architect / Engineer)

Purple DriveCHICAGO, Illinois, USA
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GCP Architect (GDC Edge Architect / Engineer)

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Solution Architect with deep expertise in Google Distributed Cloud Edge (GDC Edge), networking, and Kubernetes (GKE). This role is ideal for professionals who can design, deploy, and optimize edge-native solutions that bring cloud capabilities to on-premises and remote environments.

This position requires local or relocation to Chicago, IL.

Your role

  • Hands on experience as Architect and implement edge computing solutions using Google Distributed Cloud Edge, including Anthos, GKE, and GDC hardware.
  • Design hybrid cloud-edge architectures that support low-latency, high-availability workloads across distributed environments.
  • Hands on experience in deployment of GKE clusters on edge hardware and integrate with centralized Google Cloud services.
  • Configure and optimize networking and security for edge environments, including VPNs, VPCs, and service meshes.
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, DevOps, and application teams to ensure seamless integration of edge workloads.
  • Develop automation scripts and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Deployment Manager.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship on edge computing best practices and GCP-native solutions.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot edge workloads using tools like Cloud Monitoring, Prometheus, and Grafana.

Your skills and experience

  • 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with 2+ years of GCP edge computing.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and container orchestration.
  • Deep understanding of networking concepts : routing, firewalls, VPNs, load balancing, and service discovery.
  • Experience with Anthos, Cloud Run for Anthos, and GDC Edge hardware.
  • Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible) is an added advantage
  • Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines, GitOps, and DevSecOps practices.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Google Cloud certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure).
  • Experience with on-premises edge deployments in industries like retail, manufacturing, or telecom.
  • Knowledge of data sovereignty, compliance, and offline resilience strategies.
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