Cloud Application Architect(GCP)
On site
London, United Kingdom
Full Time
08-04-2025
Job Specifications
We are looking for a talented and innovative Web Application Architect to join our Agentic Automation team. Your main responsibility will be to design, develop, and manage robust, secure, and scalable web applications hosted on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or other cloud platforms.
Key Asks:
Design, develop, and implement large-scale web applications on Google Cloud Platform.
Collaborate with development teams and other stakeholders to ensure the architectural design of applications is scalable, reliable, and secure.
Provide expertise on Google Cloud services, including Compute Engine, App Engine, Kubernetes Engine, and Cloud Functions.
Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, including deep learning, natural language processing, and reinforcement learning.
Extensive experience required in Cloud Run, Pub/Sub, and Gemini / Vertex AI Models.
Expertise in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Cloud Build, Jenkins, GitLab CI, and GitHub Actions.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Deployment Manager.
Solid understanding of Kubernetes (GKE) for container orchestration.
Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Stackdriver/Cloud Logging.
Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and knowledge of API management platforms.
Proficiency with databases like Firestore, Cloud SQL, and BigQuery.
Expert-level proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and strong understanding of Python.
Beneficial knowledge of Java and Google Apps Script.
Familiarity with web technologies like HTML, CSS, RESTful APIs, JSON, OAuth 2.0, and JWT.
Develop and coordinate cloud architecture and drive cloud strategies.
Analyze application portfolios, identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness, and make recommendations for deployment in the cloud.
Create strategies and plans for the integration of multiple IT systems and technologies with the cloud.
Ensure that all cloud solutions follow security and compliance controls.
Participate in all phases of technological development, including testing and launching of cloud applications.
Experience with design patterns and documenting complex cloud architectures.
Research new cloud technologies and services to stay updated in the field.
Experience with Agile development methodologies.
Qualifications:
preferably Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Certifications, preferably Google Professional Cloud Architect certification.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred experience working in FinTech, InsureTech, or E-commerce industries.
About the Company
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant. Know more
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