GCP Container Migration & Modernization Engineer

GCP Container Migration & Modernization SME Location: Leeds UK Contract The GCP Container Migration & Modernization SME will be responsible for leading the strategic planning, technical execution, and post-migration optimization of containerized workloads to Google Cloud Platform, specifically leveraging services like Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE). This role requires deep expertise in cloud-native technologies, migration methodologies, and operational best practices to ensure a seamless and efficient transition for business-critical applications. Skills Required: • Proven experience in designing and executing large-scale cloud migration projects. • Deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform, with extensive hands-on experience in Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE). • Experience with containerization technologies, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform. • Strong understanding of network architecture, security best practices, and FinOps principles in a cloud context. • Experience with Container Security, including: • Implementing and managing GKE security features such as Workload Identity, Pod Security Policies (or the newer Pod Security Admission controller), and GKE Sandbox. • Configuring and enforcing network policies to control traffic between pods and namespaces. • Using container scanning and vulnerability management tools to secure container images. • Implementing Binary Authorization to ensure only trusted images are deployed to clusters. • Establishing robust IAM policies for GKE and related GCP services. • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. • Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect or DevOps Engineer) are a plus.