Cloud Engineer Google Cloud Platform

Why Valtech?We’retheexperience innovation company-a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offergrowth opportunities,avalues-driven culture,internationalcareers and the chance to shape the future of experience. 

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. 

We are proud of: 

• The work we do and the innovation we drive 
• Our values of share, careand dare 
• Our borderless, global framework,which enablesseamless collaboration 

The role  

As aLead Cloud Engineer, you are passionate about experience innovation and eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible. You bring[7+ years] of experience, a growth mindset and a drive to make a lasting impact.

You will thrive in this role if you are:

• A curious problem solver who challenges the status quo
• A collaborator who values teamwork and knowledge-sharing
• Excited by the intersection of technology, creativity and data
• Experienced in Agile methodologies and consulting (a plus)

Role responsibilities:

• Design, deploy and manage secureGCP infrastructure withTerraform, including reusable modules, remote state and environment promotion.
• Build and maintainCI/CD pipelines for infrastructure changes, with code review, policy checks and automated validation.
• Design and operatecloud networking: VPC architectures, subnets, firewall rules, Cloud NAT, Cloud DNS and load balancing.
• Set up hybrid connectivity withCloud VPN or Cloud Interconnect and manage shared networking across projects.
• ApplyIAM least privilege, organization policies, service accounts and secrets management across projects.
• Set up monitoring, logging and alerting withGoogle Cloud Operations Suite, Prometheus or Grafana.
• Improve availability, performance and cost efficiency, and support incident response and root cause analysis.
• Automate recurring operational tasks withPython or Bash.
• UseAI assistants such asGemini andClaude to develop and review infrastructure code, and to speed up documentation and troubleshooting.
• Set infrastructure standards, review changes and mentor other engineers.
• Work with application, security and delivery teams, and document designs and runbooks.

Must have qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications: 

• [7+ years] in cloud or infrastructure engineering, including[3+ years] of hands-on experience withGoogle Cloud Platform.
• Expert-level infrastructure and networking skills within GCP, including VPC design, firewalls, load balancing, DNS, shared VPC, and VPN or Interconnect.
• Hands-on experience withTerraform building and maintaining infrastructure as code.
• Working knowledge of core GCP services such as Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Storage and IAM.
• Experience with CI/CD tools andPython or Bash
• Experience designinglanding zones, resource hierarchy and governance on GCP.
• Experience withAI-native delivery, using AI assistants to develop code and automate infrastructure work, with familiarity withGemini andClaude.
• Experience guiding technical work or mentoring other engineers.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach with client teams.
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Nice to have qualifications 

• Google Cloud certification, such asProfessional Cloud Architect,Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer orProfessional Cloud Network Engineer.
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate.
• Experience withdata center to GCP migrations.
• Experience operatingKubernetes (GKE)
• Experience with observability tools such as Cloud Operations Suite, Prometheus and Grafana.

If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn. 

The benefits 

This is a FTE position based in United States, with a Salary between 115k to 130k annually, depending on experience and location. 

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer: 

• Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent) 
• Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs 
• Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, plus employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts

Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process. 

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps.Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.

⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses.

We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know. 

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. 

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. 

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate. 

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.