Senior Solutions Architect - Google

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We seek a highly skilled and certified Cloud Infrastructure Solution Architect with expertise in Azure, AWS, and GCP cloud technologies to join our Pre-Sales team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Sovereign Cloud, cloud architecture, cloud migration, and cloud-native solutions with a focus on scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, drive cloud migration and modernization initiatives, and contribute to the development of best practices for infrastructure automation and cloud governance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cloud Infrastructure Design:

· Develop and maintain scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure architectures.

· Design and implement cloud-based solutions including virtual machines, storage, networking, databases, and other components.

· Experience with both cloud and on-prem architecture design.

· Proven track record of designing and executing successful cloud implementation projects adhering to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

2. Cloud Migration and Modernization:

· Lead cloud migration projects by assessing existing infrastructure and applications for cloud suitability.

· Develop cloud migration strategies, including data migration, application refactoring, and workload optimization.

· Assist in modernizing legacy applications to leverage cloud-native technologies.

3. Cloud Automation:

· Implement automation solutions using tools like Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation for streamlined infrastructure provisioning and management.

· Develop and maintain configuration management scripts and templates.

4. DevOps Strategies:

· Design and develop DevOps strategies aligned with customer business objectives.

· Create CI/CD pipelines to streamline software development and delivery.

· Understand and incorporate DevOps and DevSecOps practices.

5. Technical Consultation:

· Provide technical guidance and support to development teams and other stakeholders.

· Collaborate with architects and engineers to design and implement cloud-native applications.

· Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) based on new and latest services.

· Support evaluation/Proof of Concept (POC) processes.

6. Cloud Governance and Compliance:

· Establish and maintain cloud governance frameworks and policies to ensure compliance with security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, HIPAA).

· Ensure adherence to compliance requirements in cloud environments.

7. Customer Engagement:

· Engage with customers to understand their current infrastructure and propose cloud native solutions.

· Present technical solutions and business benefits to various external stakeholders, including senior executives.

· Collaborate with sales and internal teams to develop scope of work documents, proposals, and pricing requirements.

8. Collaboration:

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams including FinOps, Delivery, and Implementation teams on pricing and technical validation.

· Assist with developing and documenting cloud governance processes and tools. Mandatory Skills:

· Strong expertise in Cloud Migration, Cloud Networking, Kubernetes.

• Proven experience with Azure and GCP core services, networking, storage, compute, and security.

· Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).

• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation and configuration management.

· Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation.

· Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) & Sovereign Cloud: In-depth knowledge of Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) architecture and digital/sovereign cloud requirements (data, operational, and software sovereignty). Hands-on experience or familiarity with GDC integrated services including Vertex AI, GKE, Databases, and Storage. Understanding of deployment and management across connected and air-gapped GDC environments.

Desirable Skills:

· Experience with sovereign cloud, cloud architecture, cloud migration, network infrastructure management, and distributed systems.

· Knowledge of DevOps, DevSecOps, and serverless technologies.

· Strong understanding of cloud governance and compliance frameworks.

Qualifications:

· Certified Architect in Azure or GCP cloud technologies.

· Azure/AWS/GCP certifications preferred.

Soft Skills:

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks methodically.

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About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune

Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through

responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with

unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and

application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move

confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more

than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as

established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each

year in R&D.

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