Lead GCP Cloud Engineer

About Kin + Carta

Want to help build a world that works better for everyone? Kin + Carta is a global digital transformation consultancy that makes a difference to the billions who now work, play, shop, communicate, and share online.

Join a global team of curious and diverse minds in connecting people, data, and technology to produce amazing experiences for some of the world’s most influential companies. Become a maker, builder or creator as we explore the possibilities of sustainable digital technology, helping clients to rapidly innovate, modernise their systems, enable their teams, and optimise for continued growth.

We focus on tech but we’re a proudly inclusive business with trust and human connection at its heart. People, the planet, and profit matter equally to us which is why we’re a certified B Corporation in the United States and Europe.

The role in a nutshell

Join our dynamic team as a Lead GCP Cloud Engineer. We seek a technically robust individual who not only excels in the Cloud realm but also possesses a natural ability to lead and mentor. Your passion for technology, commitment to continuous learning, and outstanding communication skills will be paramount. Previous experience leading technical teams or operating within self-organised, cross-disciplinary Agile Squads is highly advantageous. Embark on a transformative journey with us and play a pivotal role in our technological evolution—apply now!

What you can expect:

• Work on custom projects for clients very closely with their team.
• Keep healthy communication with your project manager and client.
• Design Cloud architectures or improve existing cloud environments while considering the client’s security, availability, and cost requirements.
• Provide consultancy to clients on their Google Cloud Platform (GCP) strategy. Organise and conduct workshops with clients as necessary.
• Deploy Cloud services using reusable Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Migrate Workloads from on-premise to Cloud or from Cloud to Cloud.
• Collaborate with development teams in the software development and release processes – either consult on or construct CI/CD. pipelines, promote usage or assist with Proof of Concepts of new Cloud Services, and advise on security & performance best practices.
• Learn from your colleagues and teach them what you know.

The type of person we’d like to meet:

• Demonstrated expertise in designing robust and highly available cloud architectures. GCP Professional Cloud Architect certifications is a requirement.
• Solid experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
• Advanced Networking Skills – proficiency in GCP networking services, understanding of hybrid cloud connectivity.
• Committed to integrating security best practices in daily tasks and projects.
• Expertise in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines.
• Mastery of Terraform and a clear understanding of infrastructure pipeline concepts.
• Excels in dynamic technical landscapes and swiftly adapts to deliver effectively in new environments.
• Skilled in providing technical leadership to team members on collaborative projects.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Internal drive to learn, improve and succeed.

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with data technologies (e.g., Databricks).
• Experience designing and implementing Multi-Cloud solutions.
• Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Kubernetes Management Tools & Solutions – ex. Google Anthos.
• Additional certifications in AWS and/or Azure.

What we offer:

• This is a full-time position that comes with an excellent salary and an opportunity to grow within the company based on demonstrated merit
• Flexible working hours
• Additional health insurance that guarantees fast access to contracted health services
• Our training policy for technical and other skills-related events, courses, and certifications
• Hybrid working policy
• Our performance evaluation policy paves the roadmap of personal career development
• Co-subsidized transportation, parking & sports activities coverage/ Multisport cards
• Refreshments and fruits at our offices
• Self-care program that provides individual and team psychological consultations
• The annual team building that gathers together our offices
• Mini-team buildings and other local company events that run throughout the year.

Apply for this role

Whoever you are, wherever you’re from and whoever you love, you’ll find an open door at Kin + Carta. It’s yours to walk through if you’re passionate about building a better world for everyone, and you’re keen to be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that plays to people’s strengths and thrives on togetherness.