CGI · 1 hour ago
Solution Architect - Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Lafayette, LA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$81K/yr - $178K/yr
8+ years expCGI is seeking a highly skilled and experienced GCP Solution Architect with strong expertise in design and architecture on Google Cloud. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying cloud native solutions while mentoring existing resources on multiple initiatives.
Enterprise SoftwareCyber SecurityFinanceConsultingBig DataInformation TechnologyAnalyticsApplication Performance ManagementBusiness IntelligenceTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Act as a trusted advisor to clients on cloud strategy, architecture, and modernization
Lead client workshops to assess current-state architecture and define future-state GCP solutions
Translate business objectives into cloud-native and hybrid GCP architectures
Provide architectural governance and ensure adherence to CGI and client standards
Design end-to-end GCP architectures covering compute, data, networking, security, and DevOps
Define cloud migration and modernization approaches (re-host, re-platform, re-architect)
Architect solutions using GKE, Cloud Run, BigQuery, Cloud SQL, VPC, IAM, and related services
Ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements (security, performance, resilience, cost)
Review designs, code, and infrastructure for quality and best practices
Support presales activities including solutioning, effort estimation, and proposal responses
Contribute to RFPs/RFIs, architecture decks, and client presentations
Provide technical leadership during bid pursuits and client demos
Contribute to CGI cloud accelerators, reference architectures, and best practices
Define IAM models, security controls, logging, monitoring, and compliance frameworks
Implement Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines
Drive cost optimization (FinOps) and operational excellence
Support audits, security reviews, and production readiness
Qualification
Required
At least 8+ years of IT experience with 3+ years of experience in Google Cloud Platform architecture/consulting consultant
In-depth knowledge of: GCP Compute: Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Run
Data & Analytics: BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL
Networking & Security: VPC, IAM, Load Balancing, KMS
Strong experience with Kubernetes, containers, and microservices
Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
Preferred
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification - Nice to have
Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments
Exposure to regulated industries (Banking, Insurance, Healthcare, Government, Telecom)
Experience with DevSecOps, SRE, or FinOps practices
Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive insurance options
Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
Paid parental leave
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Wellness and Well-being programs
Company
CGI
CGI is an IT and business consulting services firm that offers consulting, cyber security, cloud, and IT services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2B2025-03-12Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2024-09-03Post Ipo Debt· $550.87M
1998-10-06IPO
Leadership Team
François Boulanger
President and Chief Executive Officer at CGI
Raymond McMann
VP, Global Oil & Gas Industry
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