Prinicipal GCP Architect

Hi Jack,Hope you are doing good.Please work on the below requirement and do let me know if you any challenges.Budget: $120K–$180K. We can go slightly higher for an exceptional candidate.Work Location: Exton, PAWork Arrangement: Onsite is mandatoryRelocation: Relocation to Exton is mandatoryVisa: H1B transfers can be considered.1099 / C2H: Only exceptional candidates can be considered for 1099 or a 3-month C2H arrangement.Principal Google Cloud Architect | GKE, Gemini Enterprise, Vertex AI, Apigee, Data Cloud & Enterprise Platforms📍 Location: Exton, PA (Onsite)💼 Employment Type: Full-Time🏢 Company: SID Global SolutionsBuild the Future of Google Cloud, Data, AI & Enterprise PlatformsSID Global Solutions is seeking a highly accomplished, hands-on Principal Google Cloud Architect to lead architecture, design, engineering, and delivery of enterprise-scale cloud, data, AI, integration, and modernization solutions built on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).We are looking for a senior technology leader with deep expertise across:Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)Gemini EnterpriseVertex AIBigQueryData CloudDataplexApigee X / Apigee HybridPlatform EngineeringCloud-Native ArchitectureEnterprise ArchitectureGenerative AI (GenAI)Agentic AIEnterprise IntegrationApplication ModernizationThis role is ideal for someone who enjoys being deeply technical while also influencing architecture strategy, customer success, engineering excellence, and capability development.What You'll DoGoogle Cloud Architecture & EngineeringDesign and implement enterprise-scale Google Cloud Platform architectures.Architect highly scalable, secure, cloud-native platforms using GKE, Cloud Run, Anthos, and modern platform engineering practices.Lead cloud migration, modernization, multi-cloud, and hybrid-cloud transformation initiatives.Design enterprise landing zones, governance frameworks, security architectures, and operational models.Build reusable cloud accelerators, reference architectures, implementation patterns, and automation frameworks.Lead architecture reviews, technical governance forums, and technology strategy discussions.Core GCP TechnologiesGoogle Kubernetes Engine (GKE)Cloud RunAnthosCompute EngineCloud FunctionsCloud StorageVPC NetworkingIAMCloud OperationsCloud MonitoringCloud LoggingSecurity Command CenterData Cloud, Analytics & Modern Data PlatformsLead architecture and delivery of enterprise-scale data platforms using:BigQueryDataplexDataformDatastreamData FusionPub/SubApache SparkData LakesData WarehousesEnterprise Analytics PlatformsResponsibilities include:Enterprise Data ArchitectureData GovernanceData Platform EngineeringData SecurityMetadata ManagementData ModernizationAI-Ready Data ArchitecturesMaster Data ManagementAI, Gemini Enterprise & Vertex AIDesign and deliver GenAI, Agentic AI, and Enterprise AI platforms using:Gemini EnterpriseGeminiVertex AIVertex AI SearchAgent Development Kit (ADK)Agentic AIGenerative AIAI AgentsAI CopilotsMulti-Agent SystemsEnterprise SearchKnowledge PlatformsResponsibilities include:Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)Enterprise Search PlatformsAI Knowledge SystemsAI GovernanceResponsible AIAI SecurityAI ObservabilityAgentOpsMLOpsLLMOpsApigee & Enterprise IntegrationLead API and integration architecture initiatives using:Apigee XApigee HybridAPI GatewayAPI SecurityAPI GovernanceAPI ProductsAPI MonetizationDeveloper PortalsDesign and implement:Enterprise Integration PlatformsEvent-Driven ArchitecturesService MeshMicroservices ArchitecturesEnterprise API ProgramsEnterprise Integration GovernanceCloud Native Application ArchitectureDesign and modernize enterprise applications using:Front-EndReactAngularNext.jsTypeScriptJavaScriptBackendJavaSpring BootPythonFastAPINode.jsREST APIsGraphQLEnterprise PlatformsSaaS PlatformsEnterprise PortalsCustomer Experience PlatformsWorkflow Automation PlatformsBusiness Process Automation SolutionsOperational PlatformsCustomer Consulting & Technical LeadershipLead executive architecture workshops and cloud strategy engagements.Act as trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, Chief Architects, Platform Leaders, and Engineering Executives.Drive cloud transformation, modernization, and AI adoption initiatives.Support strategic customer pursuits, solutioning, and proof-of-concepts.Present architecture strategies and technology roadmaps to executive stakeholders.Team Leadership & Capability DevelopmentMentor cloud architects, platform engineers, AI engineers, integration architects, and data engineers.Establish architecture standards, engineering best practices, and reusable patterns.Support hiring, mentoring, technical enablement, and certification programs.Contribute to SID Global's Google Cloud, AI, Data, and Integration practice growth.Required QualificationsProfessional Experience12+ years of software engineering, cloud engineering, solution architecture, or enterprise architecture experience.7+ years architecting and delivering enterprise Google Cloud solutions.Proven success leading large-scale cloud transformation programs.Strong customer-facing consulting and architecture leadership experience.Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Deep hands-on experience with:Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)AnthosCloud RunCloud FunctionsCloud StorageCloud OperationsIAMSecurity & NetworkingPlatform EngineeringSite Reliability Engineering (SRE)Data & AnalyticsHands-on experience with:BigQueryDataplexDataformDatastreamData FusionPub/SubApache SparkData LakesData WarehousingData GovernanceAI & Enterprise AI PlatformsExperience delivering solutions using:Gemini EnterpriseGeminiVertex AIAgent Development Kit (ADK)RAGAgentic AIMulti-Agent SystemsEnterprise SearchAI AssistantsAI CopilotsEnterprise AI PlatformsResponsible AIApigee & IntegrationDeep hands-on expertise with:Apigee XApigee HybridAPI ManagementAPI GovernanceAPI SecurityEvent-Driven ArchitectureMicroservicesEnterprise Integration PatternsPlatform Engineering & DevOpsExperience with:KubernetesDockerTerraformInfrastructure as CodeCI/CDDevSecOpsObservabilityReliability EngineeringCloud AutomationEnterprise ArchitectureStrong understanding of:Enterprise ArchitectureCloud ArchitectureData ArchitectureIntegration ArchitectureSecurity ArchitectureAI ArchitectureApplication ModernizationDigital TransformationPreferred QualificationsCertificationsGoogle Cloud Professional Cloud ArchitectGoogle Cloud Professional Data EngineerGoogle Cloud AI EngineerApigee CertificationsTOGAFKubernetes Certifications (CKA/CKAD)Industry ExperienceExperience delivering solutions in:BankingFinancial ServicesInsuranceHealthcarePublic SectorGovernmentRetailManufacturingTelecommunicationsAdditional ExpertiseVertex AI Agent BuilderEnterprise Search SolutionsAI Governance PlatformsData MeshData CloudGoogle Partner EcosystemEnterprise AI SolutionsWhat Success Looks Like✅ Architect enterprise-scale GCP, Data Cloud, Vertex AI, Gemini Enterprise, and Apigee solutions✅ Lead cloud modernization and enterprise transformation initiatives✅ Build reusable architecture frameworks, accelerators, and reference architectures✅ Establish engineering and architecture standards across cloud, integration, data, and AI platforms✅ Serve as a trusted advisor to customers and executive stakeholders✅ Mentor and grow high-performing cloud, AI, data, and integration teams✅ Help strengthen SID Global's reputation as a leader in Google Cloud, AI, Data, and Enterprise ArchitectureTechnical Environment (ATS Keywords)Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Anthos, Vertex AI, Gemini Enterprise, Gemini, BigQuery, Dataplex, Dataform, Datastream, Data Fusion, Pub/Sub, Cloud Run, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage, VPC, IAM, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Platform Engineering, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, DevSecOps, Apigee X, Apigee Hybrid, API Management, API Governance, API Security, Enterprise Integration, Event-Driven Architecture, Microservices, Data Cloud, Data Lake, Data Warehouse, Data Governance, Generative AI, GenAI, Agentic AI, AI Agents, Multi-Agent Systems, AI Copilots, Vertex AI Search, Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), Enterprise Search, AgentOps, MLOps, LLMOps, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Architecture, Digital Transformation, Application Modernization, Cloud Migration, Customer Experience Platforms, Workflow Automation, Intelligent Automation.RegardsDurga484-377-2875durgavanig@sidgs.com