About the Role
As a Senior Google Cloud Solutions Architect at NCS, you will be a key leader in driving the adoption of cutting-edge cloud solutions for our clients. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our cloud practice, leading the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of transformative cloud-based solutions that empower our clients to achieve their business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP), aligning with client business needs and strategic objectives.
- Leverage deep expertise in GCP services to architect and deliver innovative solutions.
- Champion DevOps and GitOps principles, driving the adoption of automation and continuous delivery through tools like Terraform and other Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and providing expert guidance on cloud best practices, emerging technologies, and the value proposition of GCP.
- Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
- Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, building consensus and driving stakeholder buy-in.
Requirements
- A proven track record in IT, with a strong background focused on architecting and implementing solutions on GCP.
- Expert-level understanding of GCP services (Compute, Serverless, Kubernetes, Cloud Run, etc.), infrastructure as code (Terraform), GitOps, DevOps principles, and cloud security best practices.
- Strong knowledge and experience of Google Cloud Architecture processes.
- Ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly, influence decision-makers, and inspire teams.
- Passion for solving challenging problems, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results.
- Experience gathering requirements, developing proposals, and presenting client solutions.
- Valid work rights for Australia.
- Willingness to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks.
Skills
- GCP Expertise
- DevOps & Automation
- Technical Leadership
- Communication & Collaboration
- Client Focus
- Google Cloud services (Compute Engine, Kubernetes, BigQuery, Dataflow)
- GitOps
- Terraform
- CI/CD pipelines
- Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)
- Google Cloud Architecture
- AgilePM
- Prince2
- CAMP
- PMP
Location
- Australia
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior
- Professional-level
Education Level
- Multiple Professional-level Google Cloud certifications (Cloud Architect, Cloud DevOps Engineer, etc.)
Benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Initiatives focused on your well-being
- Discounted health insurance
- Discounts on various products and services
- Regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance
- Career development through Capability Fingerprint
- Industry and partner training programs
- Special interest groups
- AI-driven learning platform
About the Company
- At NCS Australia, we believe in doing technology services better. Our commitment to quality, focus on people, and willingness to challenge traditional thinking set us apart. Our team brings this belief to life by partnering with our clients and communities to make tomorrow together.
- We are committed to creating an environment that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and purposeful work. Our diverse team is empowered to make a meaningful impact with curiosity, creativity and resilience to shape better outcomes. Join us and accept the challenge of creating a better tomorrow.
Equal Opportunity
- NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve.
- We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age.
- Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
- At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
- We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply.
