Google Cloud Technical Lead/Lead Engineer

We are seeking a hands-on Google Cloud Technical Lead/Lead Engineer who combines strong architectural thinking with active engineering practice. In this role, you are responsible for the development of the Google Cloud Platform to optimally serve customer demand through solution design, team assistance, co-creation, or setting up PoC/MVP implementations. This role is part of the Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE), an Agile Release Train (ART), where you will act as a technical leader guiding teams on best practices, validating designs, and ensuring that security, quality, and cost optimization are embedded by design into all Google Cloud solutions. The team's vision is to provide a flexible and reliable automated cloud platform to enable accelerated and sustainable adoption of cloud across the client, maximizing benefits while reducing risks and bringing innovative cloud solutions to teams. Responsibilities Definition of technology standards and future state of the Google Cloud Platform Services (creating reference architectures, guiding principles, solution building blocks, etc.)Close collaboration with the Product Owner, Scrum Master, System Architects and other team members to develop and operate the Google Cloud platform servicesLeadership of the design and implementation of Identity and Access Management across Google Cloud Platform, including service accounts, organizational policies and modern authentication patternsDrive infrastructure automation and standardized provisioning using Infrastructure as Code, with a strong focus on Terraform and reusable modulesSupport for team members in developing and maintaining new platform services, including hands-on infrastructure-as-code and other automation best practicesCollaboration with FinOps stakeholders to embed billing visibility, cost control and optimization practices into platform servicesAssurance that security, compliance and quality standards are consistently applied through design reviews, implementation validation and continuous improvementMentorship of engineers within the Google Cloud Platform team and contribution to cloud best practices, patterns and documentationBuild proofs of concept and proofs of value for new Google Cloud capabilitiesMaintenance of high quality cloud design documentation within the domain Requirements At least 5 years of experience in cloud engineering roles with strong Google Cloud Platform focusBackground in Google Cloud and extensive Expertise in Infrastructure as Code, particularly TerraformUnderstanding of cloud billing models, cost allocation and optimization strategies in enterprise environmentsProficiency in scripting and troubleshooting using Python and BashExperience setting up enterprise-level account structures and security models in GCPFamiliarity with PaaS offerings, containerized and serverless workloads (GKE, Cloud Run)Experience operating cloud platforms at enterprise scale, balancing security, compliance, reliability and performanceKnowledge of cloud-based delivery models and data integration patterns/architecturesEngineering and coding skills applied in agile environmentsKnowledge of IT architecture methodologies (e.g., TOGAF) and service management processes (ITIL)Proven track record in road mapping, technical architecture design, solution definition and project managementWork experience from large, international companies and global service providersStrong leadership, documentation and customer-facing skillsFamiliarity with Agile methodologies such as SAFe and ScrumExcellent communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholdersEnglish proficiency at B2 level or higher We offer We gather like-minded people:Engineering community of industry professionalsFriendly team and enjoyable working environmentFlexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within PolandChance to work abroad for up to 60 days annuallyBusiness-driven relocation opportunitiesWe provide growth opportunities:Outstanding career roadmapLeadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programsCertification (GCP, Azure, AWS)Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud GuruEnglish classesWe cover it all:Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase PlanBenefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and moreReferral bonusesCorporate, social and well-being eventsPlease, note:The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview.We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively. EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.