GCP Engineer (x2)

Responsibilities Kforce has a client in Phoenix, AZ that is looking for a skilled and motivated GCP Engineer to join the cloud engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable and secure cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support cloud-native application development, automation, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: • Design and deploy GCP-based infrastructure using best practices for scalability, security, and performance • Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools such as Terraform, Deployment Manager, or Ansible • Implement CI/CD pipelines and integrate cloud services to support DevOps workflows • Monitor and optimize cloud resources for cost, performance, and reliability • Ensure compliance with security policies and implement GCP Identity and Access Management (IAM), VPC Service Controls, and encryption • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure, networking, and services • Collaborate with developers, architects, and security teams to deliver cloud solutions aligned with business goals Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field • 3+ years of experience in cloud engineering or DevOps, with at least 2 years focused on GCP • Hands-on experience with GCP services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, Cloud Run, BigQuery, and Cloud Pub/Sub • Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Cloud Monitoring, Cloud Logging, or Prometheus/Grafana • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform) • Strong understanding of networking, security, and containerization technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, GKE) The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.