Lead analyst - Google Cloud Engineer

Position Description

Company Profile:

Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. With 94,000 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2024 reported revenue is CA$14.68 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at cgi.com.

Job Title: Cloud Engineer – Google Cloud

Position: LA

Experience: 8+

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

Shift: General Shift

Main location: India, Karnataka, Bangalore

Position ID: J0525-1063

Employment Type: Full Time

Education Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).

Position Description: CGI is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer with a minimum of 2 years of dedicated working experience in Google cloud and 4 years of working experience on any other Cloud tech stack. As a Cloud Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, deploying, and managing our cloud infrastructure, leveraging your expertise to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our Azure and other cloud provider services.

Cloud Infrastructure Management: Deploy and optimize Azure infrastructure to meet organizational needs. This includes overseeing virtual machines, storage solutions, and network components while continuously optimizing resource utilization.

Your future duties and responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Automation and DevOps: Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using tools like Terraform and develop and maintain automation scripts for efficient provisioning and configuration of Azure resources. Collaborate closely with DevOps teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines.

Security and Compliance: Enforce robust security practices, which encompass identity and access management, encryption, and adherence to security policies. Ensure that Azure environments strictly adhere to compliance standards and industry regulations.

High Availability, Disaster Recovery, and Performance: Design and execute high availability and disaster recovery strategies to enhance system resilience. Establish backup and snapshot protocols to safeguard critical data assets. Identify and address performance bottlenecks, deploying optimizations to improve system efficiency. Monitor Azure services for performance anomalies and lead troubleshooting efforts.

Cost Management and Documentation: Maximize cost efficiency within Azure by appropriately sizing resources and conducting utilization analyses. Implement budgetary strategies for effective expenditure management. Maintain extensive documentation delineating Azure architecture, configurations, and operational protocols..

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

Must-Have Skills:

• A minimum of four years of dedicated experience handling the Azure platform.
• Proven track record as an Google Cloud Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency in Google cloud services and relevant certifications (e.g., Google Cloud Administrator, Google Cloud Solutions Architect).
• Strong knowledge of Google Cloud networking, virtualization, and storage technologies.
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and scripting languages (e.g., Terraform, PowerShell, Python).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems
• Thorough understanding of security best practices and experience with compliance standards.
• Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Cloud Engineer experience with Google Cloud are beneficial.
  
  

Google Cloud Services

Google Cloud Monitoring and Management Tools

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Terrafom

Google Cloud Networking

Google Cloud Kubernetes Service (GKS)

Google Cloud Governance

Google Cloud Cost Management

Good-to-Have Skills:

Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkin, AWS, Google Cloud

CGI is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, CGI is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.