Input into design discussions, guiding on architectural and engineering best practice for GCP for the lifecycle of a project.
Translate infrastructure design and functional requirements into code, to be deployed via CI/CD tooling into GCP environments.
Develop reusable terraform and automation scripts that are portable between environments and different services/projects.
Ensure security compliance and NFR requirements are met through the project lifecycle.
Implement and customise monitoring and alerting solutions that are fit for the service and stakeholder requirements.
Work with Global Cloud Services and key stakeholders within Lending/CCS to continually develop and adopt best practice.
Develop deployment processes in CI/CD tooling eg Jenkins.
Drive continuous performance improvements with the stakeholders, vendors and technology subject matter specialists.
Document Standard Operating Procedures, best practice, and perform knowledge transfer to others

Skillset Requirements

GCP Certified (preferably)
Detailed understanding of GCP services and architecting principles.
Strong Teraform, & scripting skills and strong unix experience.
Knowledge of at least one development language such as Java, Perl, PHP or Python
Knowledge of container technologies such as Docker/Kubernetes – build and maintenance.
Working with code management tooling such as Github and Nexus.
Knowledge of CI/CD testing practices and tooling. Integrating testing into the product lifecycle.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipeline tooling and deployments. Strong understanding of Jenkins principles, setup and maintenance.
Good general understanding of networking principles, Security and Integration.
Experience of monitoring and alerting technologies such as AppDynamics, Splunk, Datadog and the DevOps support ecosystem.

Soft Skills Required

Clear communication to stakeholders at all levels. Ability to articulate progress, issues and blockers in a clear and timely manner to senior management.
Ability to lead a group of platform engineers and be responsible for mentorship and growth
Experience with Agile methods of working and concepts.
Ability to help train and upskill other team members.
Strong documentation and ability to define processes.
Ability to navigate through problems and work with multiple teams to resolve issues and conflicts

GCP Architect