Senior GCP Cloud Engineer
In this role, you will
· Manage and optimize GCP services including GCE, GKE, IAM, GCS, and other commonly used components.
· Design, build, and troubleshoot Terraform deployment templates for cloud infrastructure.
· Develop and maintain Helm charts and Docker images for cloud-native applications.
· Implement and enforce Kubernetes security best practices including RBAC, network policies, and secrets management.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support SaaS platform deployments and partner integrations.
· Apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using tools like Terraform and Deployment Manager.
· Manage VM images, OS configurations (Linux/Unix), and system-level optimizations.
What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)
• 4–6 years of hands-on experience with Terraform in cloud environments.
• 2–3 years of experience with Helm and Docker in production-grade deployments.
• Strong understanding of container orchestration using Kubernetes/GKE.
• Solid grasp of cloud security principles and Kubernetes security configurations.
• Experience with SaaS architectures and deployment models.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python).
What will help you stand out (preferred skills)
• Knowledge of performance tuning and cost optimization strategies for GCP.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across networking, infrastructure, and application layers.
• Google Cloud Certified – Professional Cloud Architect (preferred but not mandatory)
At Cognizant, we’re eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you’d be beneficial to this role.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Working arrangements
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Ontario and/or Nova Scotia, where our hubs are located. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.