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The Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Platform Engineer, role is responsible for implementation and support of GCP infrastructure and solutions. The ideal candidate is responsible for design, implementing and supporting GCP solutions including platform architectures, Operations & Support, Automation & DevOps, Security & Compliance. The GCP Platform Engineer will work with client stakeholders and Accenture teams to implement state-of-the-art, scalable, high performance solutions that meet the need of today’s corporate and emerging digital applications.
Key responsibilities may include:
Cloud Architecture & Design:
Collaborate with architects and engineers to design and implement GCP solutions that align with business requirements and best practices
Design and build scalable, highly available, and secure cloud infrastructure using GCP services
Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager
Implement cost optimization strategies and monitor cloud spending
Cloud Operations & Support:
Manage and monitor GCP resources, including compute, storage, networking, and databases
Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues in a timely manner
Implement and maintain monitoring and alerting systems to ensure proactive identification of potential problems
Participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical cloud infrastructure
Automation & DevOps:
Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to streamline cloud operations
Champion a DevOps culture and collaborate with development teams to implement CI/CD pipelines
Continuously evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to improve cloud infrastructure efficiency
Security & Compliance:
Implement and maintain security best practices for GCP infrastructure
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies
Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 25% to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of technical solutions implementation, architecture design, evaluation, and investigation in a cloud environment.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Experience in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager
Experience in GCP services such as: Compute Engine, App Engine, Kubernetes, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, Cloud SQL, Cloud Spanner, Cloud Functions, Cloud Run, Cloud Pub/Sub, Cloud Monitoring, and Cloud Logging
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have a minimum 6 years work experience)
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Passion for learning and staying up-to-date with cloud technologies
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, New York or Washington as set forth below. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here.
Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $93,400 to $224,600
Colorado $93,400 to $194,100
District of Columbia $99,500 to $206,700
New York $86,500 to $224,600
Maryland $86,500 to $179,700
Washington $99,500 to $206,700
What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here
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Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.
All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement.
Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (877) 889-9009, send us an email or speak with your recruiter.
Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
Join Accenture and help transform leading organizations and communities around the world. The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance. Choose Accenture and make delivering innovative work part of your extraordinary career.
People in our Client Delivery & Operations career track drive delivery and capability excellence through the design, development and/or delivery of a solution, service, capability or offering. They grow into delivery-focused roles, and can progress within their current role, laterally or upward.
As part of our Google Cloud Platform practice, you will lead technology innovation for our clients through robust delivery of world-class solutions. There will never be a typical day and that’s why people love it here. The opportunities to make a difference within exciting client initiatives are unlimited in the ever-changing technology landscape. You will be part of a growing network of technology experts who are highly collaborative taking on today’s biggest, most complex business challenges. We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. Come grow your career in technology at Accenture!
The Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Platform Engineer, role is responsible for implementation and support of GCP infrastructure and solutions. The ideal candidate is responsible for design, implementing and supporting GCP solutions including platform architectures, Operations & Support, Automation & DevOps, Security & Compliance. The GCP Platform Engineer will work with client stakeholders and Accenture teams to implement state-of-the-art, scalable, high performance solutions that meet the need of today’s corporate and emerging digital applications.
Key responsibilities may include:
Qualifications:
Information on benefits is here.
Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $93,400 to $224,600
Colorado $93,400 to $194,100
District of Columbia $99,500 to $206,700
New York $86,500 to $224,600
Maryland $86,500 to $179,700
Washington $99,500 to $206,700
What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.
All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement.
Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (877) 889-9009, send us an email or speak with your recruiter.
Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
Salary : $93,400 - $224,600
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