Lead Cloud Architect – Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Role Overview
This position is responsible for shaping and guiding the development of scalable, cloud-native systems on Google Cloud Platform. You will lead architectural decisions, design event-driven microservices, and ensure robust implementation across enterprise-level environments. Close coordination with a UK-based technical team is essential, requiring availability until 18:00 local Poland time.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement cloud-native solutions using GCP, emphasizing event-driven and distributed system patterns
- Lead technical direction for microservices architecture and API integration using Apigee X
- Apply Infrastructure as Code principles using Terraform for repeatable, reliable deployments
- Ensure system observability through monitoring, logging, and tracing with New Relic
- Collaborate across teams to promote architectural best practices and cloud security standards
- Support DevOps workflows, including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
- Advocate for Test-Driven Development and maintain high code quality across services
Required Qualifications
- Proven track record as a hands-on software architect or developer in large-scale cloud environments
- Deep understanding of GCP services and cloud architecture principles
- Experience designing and managing event-driven systems and message brokers like Pub/Sub or Kafka
- Strong knowledge of API design and management with Apigee X
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform
- Working experience with observability tools such as New Relic
- Programming skills in Node.js/TypeScript, Python, or Go
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions
- Excellent communication abilities, including technical documentation and system diagramming
Preferred Skills
- GCP Professional Cloud Architect or DevOps Engineer certification
- Hands-on experience with serverless platforms such as Cloud Functions and Cloud Run
- Background in data engineering or streaming data architectures
- Experience with Diagrams-as-Code tools
- Contributions to open-source software projects
Technical Environment
Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Apigee X, Terraform, New Relic, Node.js, TypeScript, Python, Go, Cloud Pub/Sub, Kafka, Cloud Functions, Cloud Run, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Compensation & Benefits
Net hourly rate for B2B contracts ranges from 200 to 240 PLN. The role offers flexible working arrangements where possible, private medical coverage, and access to training and professional development programs. You’ll work on projects for globally recognized clients, with strong support for career growth, inclusion, and personal well-being.
Work Mode
Hybrid working model based in Poland, with flexibility depending on project needs.
Company Culture
We value Heart—building trust and human-centered relationships; Brains—driving innovation through curiosity and shared knowledge; and Courage—encouraging bold ideas, open dialogue, and experimentation.
Equal Opportunity
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of background. Our hiring process is fair and inclusive, focused on potential and performance. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to grow.
