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Job Title : GCP Solution Architect

Department : Google Cloud Practice

Location : Chicago Land

Reports To : Practice Lead, Google Cloud Practice

We are " Google Cloud Partners".

Job Overview

Zion Cloud Solutions (ZCS) is seeking a highly skilled Google Cloud (GCP) Solution Architect to lead the design, implementation, and management of cutting-edge Google Cloud solutions for our clients. This role combines technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a customer-focused mindset to deliver innovative solutions tailored to diverse industries, including Public Sector clients. The ideal candidate will have experience with AI / ML technologies, technical presales, and a proven ability to engage with C-level executives.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Design and Architecture
Design and document secure, scalable, and cost-efficient GCP architectures, including AI / ML and Big Data workloads.
Develop solutions leveraging GCP services such as Vertex AI , BigQuery, Cloud Functions, and Anthos.
Ensure alignment with industry standards, compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, NIST), and customer objectives.
Implementation and Delivery
Provide technical leadership for GCP implementation, including migrations, modernizations, and optimizations.
Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or similar tools.
Oversee the integration of GCP AI / ML models and workflows to meet specific client needs.
Technical Pre-Sales
Act as a trusted advisor during technical presales engagements, understanding client pain points and crafting tailored solutions.
Develop and deliver presentations, demonstrations, and proofs of concept for GCP solutions.
Assist in creating proposals and responding to RFPs / RFIs with a focus on technical capabilities.
Client Engagement and Consulting
Work with Public Sector and enterprise clients to gather requirements, develop strategies, and drive GCP adoption.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including C-level executives, to influence cloud strategies.
Conduct workshops and training sessions to enable client teams.
AI and Machine Learning Expertise
Leverage GCP AI / ML services, such as Vertex AI and AutoML, to design intelligent solutions.
Guide clients on integrating AI / ML into their business processes for automation and advanced analytics.
Support the development and deployment of AI-driven solutions tailored to customer use cases.
Leadership and Governance
Define architectural standards, best practices, and governance frameworks for GCP solutions.
Mentor team members and contribute to the growth of ZCS’s Google Cloud Practice.
Ensure project delivery meets business objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

8 years of IT experience, including 4 years in designing and implementing GCP solutions.

Expertise in GCP services such as Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine (GKE), BigQuery, Vertex AI, Pub / Sub, and Cloud Storage.

Strong experience with AI / ML technologies and integrating them into cloud solutions.

Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.

Experience in Public Sector engagements, with a solid understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST).

Proven ability to engage and influence C-level executives and technical stakeholders.

Google Cloud Professional Architect certification.

Preferred

Familiarity with multi-cloud strategies and integrating GCP with AWS and Azure.

Technical presales experience, including building proofs of concept and crafting technical proposals.

Strong programming / scripting skills in Python, Go, or Java.

Experience with CI / CD pipelines and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes.

Knowledge of ITIL and Agile methodologies.

Key Competencies

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Strategic thinker with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.

Why Join ZCS?

Be Part of innovative cloud and AI projects with a growing Google Cloud Practice.

Work on Public Sector and enterprise engagements, driving meaningful impact.

Collaborate with a team of 50 cloud-certified professionals.

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