Google Cloud Architect
myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Architect and design advanced GCP cloud solutions.
- Lead technical implementation and client-facing projects.
- Ensure cloud security, governance, and best practices.
- Drive IaC and automation for operational efficiency.
- Advance hybrid and cloud-native transformation initiatives.
About the role
Google Cloud Architect at Kyndryl
Kyndryl is seeking a Google Cloud Architect to join their team. As an Infrastructure Architect, you will be a key link between Kyndryl and its clients, taking on a technical leadership role to unite and guide stakeholders through project lifecycles. You will be involved from the initial understanding of client needs to designing the best technical solutions and leading their implementation. This role offers the opportunity to work with major cloud platforms, grow your creativity and flexibility, and pursue certifications.
About Kyndryl
Kyndryl runs and reimagines mission-critical technology systems for leading businesses, driving advantage through AI-powered insights for smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a competitive edge. They offer a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment where employee well-being and potential are prioritized. Kyndryl is a member of myGwork, supporting the LGBTQ+ business community.
The Role: Infrastructure Architect
This is a technical leadership position where you will act as the subject matter expert for clients. Your responsibilities include consulting, gathering inputs, understanding client needs, defining Kyndryl's solutions, designing optimal architectures, and leading the technical implementation. You will leverage your full talent and experience to bring vision, knowledge, and leadership to each project.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and design advanced cloud solutions on GCP, including modernization and migration strategies.
- Define and own architecture for GKE, Anthos, and GCVE-aligned solutions.
- Enforce industry best practices for cloud security, governance, data protection, backup, and user management.
- Lead Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation initiatives.
- Perform periodic architecture reviews and recommend enhancements.
- Act as a technical liaison between customers, cloud engineering teams, and vendor support.
- Support SMEs during critical incidents with deep technical expertise.
- Document customer environments, technical frameworks, and architectural blueprints.
- Deliver internal training on new cloud services and features.
- Drive performance monitoring, optimization, and cloud governance.
- Provide ongoing technical leadership and establish best practices.
Your Future at Kyndryl
This role provides numerous career paths, both vertical and horizontal, with potential travel opportunities. It's an excellent entry point for database administrators or other tech professionals looking to move into cloud architecture. Career progression can lead to roles such as enterprise architect, chief architect, or distinguished engineer.
Who You Are
You are highly skilled with proven experience and possess a growth mindset, prioritizing personal and professional development. You are customer-focused, dedicated to customer success, and naturally inclusive in your work with others. Kyndryl values diversity and encourages applications even if you don't meet every requirement.
Required Technical and Professional Experience
- 8+ years of overall IT experience
- 2+ years hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Design and implement enterprise-grade GCP architectures (compute, storage, networking, security)
- Define and govern multi-tier, highly available, and scalable cloud architecture
- Architect GCP Landing Zones aligned with security, compliance, and organizational standards
- Lead cloud-native application architecture using microservices and container-based patterns
- Enable CI/CD pipelines and automation using DevOps tools (Jenkins, Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
- Collaborate with development teams on Cloud Developer / DevOps best practices
- Contribute to emerging Agentic AI use cases and cloud-based intelligent automation initiatives
- Act as a trusted technical advisor
- Produce architecture blueprints, HLDs/LLDs, governance models, and documentation
- Mentor junior engineers and architects
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
- Google Professional Cloud Architect
- Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
- Google Associate Cloud Engineer
- CKA or CKAD
- Terraform Associate
- Cloud Developer or DevOps Engineer Certification
Being You at Kyndryl
Kyndryl fosters kinship and strong bonds, ensuring all employees feel included and valued, regardless of culture, background, or experience. They prioritize a sense of belonging, empathy, and shared success, creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Even if you don't meet every requirement, they encourage you to apply.
What You Can Expect
Your career at Kyndryl is an adventure with purpose. They offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture supporting well-being and growth through 'Be Well' programs. You'll engage in impactful work from day one, sharpening your skills and fueling your growth. Kyndryl provides tools for career pathing, personalized development goals, continuous feedback, and access to cutting-edge learning opportunities, including certifications and hands-on experiences.
Get Referred!
If you know someone at Kyndryl, select 'Employee Referral' and provide their Kyndryl email address when asked 'How Did You Hear About Us' during the application process.
Key skills/competency
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Cloud Architecture
- GKE
- Anthos
- GCVE
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- DevOps
- Cloud Security
- Cloud Governance
- Migration Strategy
Skills & topics
- Google Cloud Architect
- GCP
- Cloud Architecture
- GKE
- Anthos
- GCVE
- Infrastructure as Code
- IaC
- DevOps
- Cloud Security
- Cloud Governance
- Migration
- Hybrid Cloud
- Cloud Native
- Technical Leadership
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years IT experience and 2+ years GCP expertise, focusing on enterprise-grade architecture, IaC, and DevOps tools.
- Showcase GCP proficiency: Emphasize your experience with GKE, Anthos, GCVE, and cloud-native patterns in your application.
- Demonstrate leadership: Detail your experience in technical leadership, client consulting, and mentoring junior architects.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss GCP architecture, migration strategies, security, and automation best practices.
- Network internally: If possible, seek an employee referral from a Kyndryl contact.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Google Cloud Architect at Kyndryl?
- As a Google Cloud Architect at Kyndryl, you will be responsible for architecting and designing advanced cloud solutions on GCP, including modernization and migration strategies. You will also define and own architecture for GKE, Anthos, and GCVE-aligned solutions, enforce cloud security and governance best practices, lead IaC and automation initiatives, and act as a technical liaison between clients and internal teams.
- What experience is required for the Google Cloud Architect role at Kyndryl?
- The role requires a minimum of 8 years of overall IT experience, with at least 2 years of hands-on experience specifically with Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Candidates should also have experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade GCP architectures covering compute, storage, networking, and security, as well as experience with cloud-native application architecture and DevOps tools.
- What preferred certifications would benefit an applicant for the Google Cloud Architect position?
- Preferred technical and professional experience includes certifications such as Google Professional Cloud Architect, Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer, Google Associate Cloud Engineer, CKA or CKAD, Terraform Associate, or Cloud Developer/DevOps Engineer Certification.
- How does Kyndryl support employee growth and development in this role?
- Kyndryl supports employee growth through personalized development goals, continuous feedback, and access to cutting-edge learning opportunities, including certifications with major cloud providers and hands-on experiences. The company fosters a culture of restless learning and provides tools to chart career paths, encouraging both vertical and horizontal advancement.
- What is Kyndryl's stance on diversity and inclusion for the Google Cloud Architect role?
- Kyndryl is committed to inclusion and welcomes people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. They emphasize a sense of belonging, empathy, and shared success, ensuring all employees feel valued and respected. Even if candidates don't meet every requirement, they are encouraged to apply.
- What is the work arrangement for the Google Cloud Architect position at Kyndryl?
- The job description mentions a 'dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture,' suggesting a hybrid work arrangement for the Google Cloud Architect role at Kyndryl.
- How can I increase my chances of getting hired as a Google Cloud Architect at Kyndryl?
- To increase your chances, tailor your resume to highlight relevant GCP experience, architectural design, IaC, and DevOps skills. Prepare thoroughly for technical interviews, focusing on GCP services and best practices. If possible, leverage internal referrals by asking a Kyndryl employee for a referral and using their email address during the application process.