Cloud Solutions Architect

Job Description Who We Are VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture About This Role We are seeking a highly experienced Cloud Solutions Architect with a strong background in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of experience in IT, with a minimum of 5 years in cloud architecture and engineering, including 3+ years specifically on GCP. This role demands deep technical expertise in GCP services, networking, security, and DevSecOps practices. What You'll Do - Architect and engineer cloud solutions using GCP services including Compute Engine, Cloud Run, BigQuery, Pub/Sub, Cloud Functions, Dataflow, Dataproc, IAM, and Cloud Storage. - Apply advanced knowledge of networking, security, containers, and CI/CD practices to build robust cloud environments. - Implement monitoring, logging, and performance tuning strategies to optimise cloud infrastructure. - Integrate DevSecOps tools and practices, such as HashiCorp Vault, to enhance security and compliance. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cloud-native solutions aligned with business objectives. Who You Are - A cloud professional with 1215 years of overall experience, including 5+ years in cloud architecture and engineering. - Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in GCP architecture roles. - Proficient in a wide range of GCP services and cloud-native technologies. - Skilled in networking, security, containerisation, and CI/CD pipelines. - Familiar with DevSecOps tools and practices. - Holds a technical qualification such as B.E. / B. Tech, BCA / MCA, or BSc / MSc in Computer Science. Not a perfect fit Concerned you may not meet every requirement Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best. What's In It For You - Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud technologies and contribute to large-scale digital transformation initiatives. - Exposure to a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation and continuous learning. - Be part of a global organisation with access to international projects and career growth opportunities. What Skills You Will Learn - Advanced GCP architecture and engineering techniques. - Implementation of DevSecOps practices in enterprise environments. - Performance optimisation and cloud security strategies. - Cross-functional collaboration and agile delivery methodologies. VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. Join Us At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. 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