Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Engineer u2013 Mid-Level - ...

Location: Washington, DC Public Trust We are seeking a mid-level Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Engineer with strong, hands-on experience across cloud administration, automation, system integration, and application support. This role supports production GCP environments and participates in cloud migration initiatives, including on-premises to cloud and cloud-to-cloud migrations. This position prioritizes real-world, operational experience over certifications. While Google Cloud certifications are valued, demonstrated hands-on experience designing, deploying, automating, migrating, and supporting GCP workloads in production environments carries significantly more weight. Experience with data engineering and analytics platforms is a strong plus but not a strict requirement for candidates with a proven track record of strong GCP engineering experience. Top Qualifications, Skills, Experience or Certifications: 1. 5 years of experience working with Google Cloud Platform to include BI tools available in Google Workspace : Less time may be considered if broader experience in applicable BI tools/systems is demonstrated (i.e., Tableau, SAS, Power Platforms, Power Apps, M365 suite of apps) 1. Google Cloud Platform certifications are a plus, but not required. Thereu2019s more emphasis place on actual hands-on experience. 1. BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline Job Role Specific Requirements: _Core responsibilities and duties; highlight day-to-day activities:_ GCP Administration & Operations: + Administer and support GCP organizations, folders, projects, and billing + Manage IAM roles, service accounts, and access controls using least-privilege principles + Configure and maintain VPC networks, firewall rules, VPNs, and hybrid connectivity + Monitor platform health using Cloud Monitoring, Logging, and Alerting + Troubleshoot production issues and perform root-cause analysis Support environments across development, test, staging, and production Automation & Infrastructure as Code: + Design, deploy, and maintain infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC): + Terraform (preferred) + Deployment Manager (where applicable) + Automate operational and lifecycle tasks using: + Cloud Functions + Cloud Run + Workflows + Cloud Scheduler + Develop and maintain scripts using Python and/or shell scripting + Reduce manual effort through standardization and automation Cloud Migration & Modernization: + Support cloud migration initiatives, including: + On-premises to Google Cloud migrations + Cloud-to-cloud migrations (e.g., AWS or Azure to GCP) + Assist with: + Migration planning and execution + Workload and dependency analysis + Data, application, and infrastructure migrations + Support cutovers, post-migration stabilization, and optimization Help modernize legacy workloads into cloud-native or hybrid architectures Integration & Platform Engineering: + Integrate GCP services with enterprise systems such as: + Identity platforms (Google Workspace, Active Directory, SSO) + CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling + SaaS and internal applications + Support API-based and event-driven integrations using REST and Pub/Sub + Collaborate with security, networking, and application teams + Assist with hybrid and multi-cloud integration patterns Application & Development Support: + Support applications deployed on: + Compute Engine + GKE + Cloud Run + App Engine + Assist development teams with: + Environment provisioning + Deployment pipelines + Performance and reliability tuning + Review cloud architectures for scalability, resilience, security, and cost Data & Analytics (Strong Plus) + Support data platforms such as: + BigQuery + Cloud Storage + Pub/Sub + Dataflow + Assist with data ingestion pipelines and analytics workloads + Understand basic data governance, access controls, and performance tuning Required skills and qualifications: + Active public trust and/or DOT onboarded is a strong plus + 3u20136 years of hands-on experience working with Google Cloud Platform in production environments + Proven experience administering and supporting GCP services, including: + IAM, VPC, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage + Monitoring, logging, and alerting + Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation + Experience supporting migration initiatives (on-prem ? cloud and/or cloud ? cloud) + Proficiency in Python and/or shell scripting + Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and documentation skills + Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications: + Experience with GKE (Kubernetes) or containerized workloads + Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Cloud Build, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.) + Experience with data engineering concepts on any of the db platforms + Experience supporting enterprise identity integrations + Familiarity with cloud security best practices + Google Cloud certifications (Associate or Professional) u2014 optional Position Details: + Pay Rate / Range:_____$53.12-$58.12______ _The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the positionu2019s responsibilities; the candidateu2019s experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions._ + Benefits (Regular, Full Time Employees): 1. Medical, Dental, and Vision offerings 2. Weekly Direct Deposit 3. Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off 4. 401(k) with match 5. Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short / Long Term Disability, plus other voluntary coverages 6. Pre-Paid Legal and Employee Assistance Programs 7. Northwest Federal Credit Union Membership 8. BB&T @ Work Program This program requires US Citizenship _ABBTECH is an EOE/Minorities/Women/Disabled Individuals/Veterans_

Created: 2026-01-28