Google Cloud Architect (hybrid) at Careers Tier1, Raleigh, NC
Google Cloud Architect (hybrid) at Careers Tier1 in Raleigh, NC. Contract. Est. up to $200k. Apply with swipeandhired.
Google Cloud Architect (hybrid)
Job Locations
US-NC-Raleigh
ID
2026-22167
# of Openings
1
Category
Information Technology
Type
CTH
Overview
PLEASE NOTE: No corp-to-corp candidates will be accepted.
- Tier One Technologies has an immediate need for a Google Cloud Architect for our US Government client.
- This hybrid contract-to-hire position will be available to start in Raleigh, NC or Eagan, MN.
- Must have an active GCP Certification.
- Some occasional travel may be required to support program needs.
- SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT.
Responsibilities
- Design & Architect - Build cloud solutions (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) aligned with a Microservices/SOA framework; produce implementation-ready documentation including bill of materials and cost estimates.
- Define Standards - Develop and publish cloud policies, design patterns, and reference architectures for consistent, repeatable solutions.
- Lead Cloud Adoption - Champion cultural change, build roadmaps, and communicate cloud strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
- Document Solutions - Prepare solution descriptions, technical approach, assumptions, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
- Govern Architecture - Ensure all solutions comply with enterprise technology standards, security requirements, and industry best practices.
- Enable Teams - Identify skill gaps, develop training materials, and deliver technical guidance to engineers and management.
- Manage Vendors - Interface with vendors to ensure standard architectures are followed across projects.
- AI Integration - Leverage AI to accelerate on-prem-to-GCP migration and automate systems, applications, and workflows to improve efficiency and decision-making.
- Automate & Integrate - Automate complex tasks and integrate cloud services with on-premise and third-party platforms.
- Troubleshoot - Act as an IT SWAT team member for high-priority problem resolution across design, development, and operations.
- Communicate - Translate complex technical concepts for both technical teams and executive leadership; produce briefings, technical documentation, and architecture diagrams.
Qualifications
- A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the degree is not in the applicable field, then 4 additional years of related experience is required.
- 13+ years of experience in Information Technology.
- Deep understanding of systems development and architecture in cloud environments, including Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
- Proven ability to integrate Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with SaaS and on-premises platforms, including Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, SAP, and Linux environments.
- Active Google Cloud Platform (GCP) certification.
- Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and scaling enterprise solutions on Google Cloud.
- Current knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) and industry trends, with experience applying modern technologies and practices to accelerate software delivery, including Agile, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD).
- Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, including networking, compute, storage, virtualization, high availability, and monitoring.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and present management briefings, provide technical guidance, and prepare and present recommendations, reports, and other technical documentation.
- Must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident (Green Card Holder).
- Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
- Be able to pass a drug screening, criminal history, and credit checks.
- Must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
- Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)