Sr. Google Cloud Platform Engineer (Network)

• Job Title: Sr. Google Cloud Platform Engineer (Network)
• Location: 893 S Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN 46285
• Tax Term (W2, C2C): W2
• Job Type (Permanent/Contract) : Contract-to-Hire
• Duration: 6 Months
• Pay Range: $128 BILL RATE

Description:

Job Description:
As a Google Cloud Platform Cloud Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, automating, and optimizing Google Cloud networking solutions to support enterprise-scale cloud modernization initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure network architecture, security, and performance align with best practices for Life Sciences services environments.
Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and automate Google Cloud Platform networking solutions , including VPCs, hybrid connectivity, Private Service Connect, and Cloud Load Balancing .

Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for network automation using Terraform (must-have).

Configure and manage Cloud Interconnect, Cloud VPN, and VPC Peering for hybrid cloud connectivity.

Implement network security controls , including firewall rules, IAM policies, VPC Service Controls, and Cloud Armor .

Monitor and optimize network performance , troubleshooting latency, packet loss, and routing issues .

Design and optimize routing architectures , leveraging BGP, dynamic routing, and hybrid networking best practices .

Certify network architectures in a Life Sciences services environment , ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., PCI DSS, SOC 2).

Support and maintain DNS, Cloud NAT, and hybrid DNS resolution strategies .

Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to integrate networking best practices into cloud deployments.

Maintain detailed network architecture documentation and provide technical guidance to internal teams.

Stay updated with the latest Google Cloud Platform networking advancements and recommend improvements.

Requirements:

7 years of experience in cloud networking, infrastructure automation, or cloud platform engineering.

Deep understanding of networking fundamentals , including switching, routing, BGP, subnetting, VLANs, and firewall management .

Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform networking services , including VPC, Cloud Interconnect, Cloud VPN, Cloud NAT, and Load Balancing .

Expertise in Terraform (must-have) for automating cloud network infrastructure.

Experience with Kubernetes and Istio (nice to have) for service networking.

Knowledge of network security best practices , including firewall configurations, IAM, VPC Service Controls, and Cloud Armor .

Experience in a Life Sciences services environment is preferred, with an understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements .

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills , particularly in diagnosing complex network and routing issues .

Excellent communication and collaboration skills , with the ability to explain networking concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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