Cloud Architect (Google Cloud)
Deloitte - Recruitment · City of London, England, United Kingdom
Business Consulting and Services · 10,001+ employees
About the role
Design and architect end-to-end cloud solutions on Google's Dedicated Cloud while serving as the technical authority for complex client requirements. Lead technical workshops and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet security, resilience, and compliance standards.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires proven experience as a Cloud or Solutions Architect with strong knowledge of cloud architecture principles and stakeholder management. Candidates should possess expertise in Google Cloud Platform and have experience working within government or public sector environments.
Full description
Contract Role: Cloud Architect (Google Cloud)
Location: London / Birmingham - (2/3 days on-site per fortnight)
Start date: ASAP (inside IR35)
End date: March 2027
Payroll provider – Rockford Payroll - Info for Contingent Workers – Rockford Pay
Must be SC cleared.
As a Cloud Solutions Architect, you will be the technical authority responsible for translating complex client requirements into robust, secure, and scalable solutions on the GDC platform.
You will guide clients and internal teams, ensuring the architecture aligns with best practices and meets stringent security and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and architect end-to-end cloud solutions on Google's Dedicated Cloud (GDC), leveraging your expertise in cloud-native services.
- Lead technical workshops, discovery sessions, and presentations for a range of senior stakeholders
- Act as the subject matter expert for GDC and the wider Google Cloud Platform (GCP) ecosystem.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, security, and project management teams to ensure successful delivery.
- Ensure all solutions adhere to the highest levels of security, resilience, and operational excellence required for sensitive government workloads.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience in a client-facing role as a Cloud Architect or Solutions Architect.
- Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles (e.g., security, scalability, resilience, cost-optimisation).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Highly Desirable:
- Strong preference for candidates with hands-on experience and certifications in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), such as the Google Professional Cloud Architect certification.
- Experience working with Government & Public Sector (GPS) clients is a significant bonus
- Familiarity with air-gapped or dedicated cloud environments.
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