GCP Google Cloud Platform Infra Architect

Cognizant Technology Solutions is looking for a GCP Google Cloud Platform Infra Architect to join our dynamic team, collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions that align with our company's goals. Cognizant's Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the constantly evolving needs of the digital era. Our broad approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to own the business in a secure environment. Role: GCP (Google Cloud Platform) Infra Architect Applications will be accepted until Feb 28, 2026 Location: Candidates will need to be based in United States and can work remotely from any location in US, and must be willing to travel to the Client's office in Seattle, Washington for meetings. Work Authorization: This role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future. About this Team and Role We are seeking an experienced DevOps Architect with a strong focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our cloud infrastructure. This role requires deep technical expertise in Terraform, Kubernetes architecture, and DevOps best practices, along with excellent communication skills to interact directly with clients and cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Implement GCP Network Infrastructure: Architect and build secure, scalable network components including VPCs, VPNs, routing, and interconnects aligned to organizational requirements.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and manage reusable Terraform modules for provisioning cloud infrastructure across multiple environments.
• Kubernetes Platform Engineering: Design and manage Kubernetes clusters using GKE, including Helm-based deployments, configuration tuning, service mesh (Istio), and autoscaling strategies.
• Monitoring & Performance Management: Implement monitoring solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Cloud Monitoring) and proactively troubleshoot latency, throughput, and availability issues.
• Security & Compliance: Collaborate with security teams to enforce IAM, firewall rules, network policies, and compliance frameworks across the GCP footprint.
• Client Engagement & Solutioning: Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions while ensuring best practices are followed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in Terraform, including module authoring and environment management.
• Experience with DevOps tools and practices for CI/CD automation.
• In-depth knowledge of Kubernetes cluster architecture, container lifecycle, and administrative functions.
• Familiarity with configuration management (e.g., Ansible, Config Connector).
• Hands-on experience with observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Cloud Operations Suite.
• GCP certifications and CKA/CKAD are highly desirable.

Certifications Required: Google Professional Cloud Architect Certification Mandatory Skills:

• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and manage reusable Terraform modules
• Kubernetes Platform Engineering (GKE)
• DevOps best practices

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for the position is between $120,000 - $160,000/year and depends on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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