Cloud Solution Architect (GCP)

We are looking for a Cloud Solution Architect (GCP) to act as a trusted partner and consultant to DevOps teams, helping them design and deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions. You will support their journey by co-creating architectures, sharing knowledge, aligning on joint milestone planning, educating teams on cloud cost awareness, and developing Proof of Concepts (POCs) or Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) to accelerate innovation and validate approaches. This role sits within the Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE), whose mission is to deliver a scalable, reliable, and automated cloud platform, enabling efficient and sustainable cloud adoption, maximizing value realization, mitigating risks, and supporting business growth through innovation in cloud technologies. Responsibilities Provide expertise and leadership in cloud onboarding across Azure and Google Cloud, covering both technology and process aspectsEducate and guide DevOps teams in designing compliant, secure, and scalable cloud architectures tailored to their needsAct as a consulting partner to DevOps teams, helping them achieve their objectives and remove roadblocks throughout their cloud journeyServe as the main point of contact for DevOps teams and represent the Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE) as an ambassadorPromote cloud cost awareness and educate teams on strategies to manage and optimise cloud spendTest and develop new cloud technologies and be hands-on when needed to validate solutions or accelerate adoptionIdentify service gaps and collaborate with the CCoE product owner to enhance the overall customer experienceContribute to the design and review of cloud architectures for cloud-native and hybrid applicationsSupport DevOps teams in improving automation capabilities, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as codeDocument solution designs and all other relevant informationDesign, develop, and support AI solutions to further benefit and automate both CCoE internal processes and customer experiences Requirements Bachelor's/Master's degree in IT, Business Management, Computer Science, or ElectronicsMinimum of 5 years of experience as a Cloud Solution ArchitectProficiency in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Architecture Design, and Architecture GovernanceHands-on expertise in designing, configuring, and operating IaaS services on Google Cloud, including Compute Engine (VMs), Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), and VPC networkingSkills in designing and implementing PaaS solutions using App Engine, Cloud Run, and managed databases such as Cloud SQL, Firestore, and BigtableBackground in data platforms, including BigQuery, Cloud Storage (Data Lake), and Dataproc/DatabricksExperience with CI/CD tooling on GCP, including Cloud Build, Cloud Deploy, and Git-based platforms such as GitHubDeep understanding of cloud-based data integration patterns and modern data architecturesStrong troubleshooting skills for complex application deployment scenarios, combined with engineering and coding experience applied in agile development environmentsProven track record in technical architecture design, solution definition, and managing change and riskFamiliarity with large, international organizations or global service providersExcellent interpersonal, stakeholder engagement, presentation, and documentation skills, with a self-starter mindset and collaborative approachFluency in English (B2+ level), both written and spoken, with a strong emphasis on technical communication skills Nice to have Capability to design and develop AI solutions such as copilot agents to support CCoE and customers with knowledge and guidanceExperience with Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOpsUnderstanding of Cloud Design Patterns, Modern Architecture, and Solution Architecture best practicesKnowledge of Innovation Strategy and driving adoption of new technology solutions We offer We gather like-minded people:Top tech minds driving innovation in AI, cloud and digital platform modernizationSupportive team and agile, startup-like cultureHybrid by design mode and opportunity to work remotely within PolandChance to work abroad for up to 60 days annuallyBusiness-driven relocation opportunitiesWe provide growth opportunities:Career development programsThought leadership, mentoring, soft skills and well-being programsCertification (Anthropic, Gemini, GCP, Azure, AWS)English classesWe cover it all:Stable payParticipation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discountBenefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)Referral bonuses up to $2,000Offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, coffee and moreCorporate, social and well-being eventsPlease, note:Benefits listed above are available to employees onlyWe are open for working with Contractors. Terms of B2B cooperation agreements are agreed individuallyWe will reach out to selected candidates exclusively EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.