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GCP Cloud Platform Engineer

Ontrac Solutions · Chicago, IL

RemoteExternal listingfull-timeabout 2 months ago

About The Role

About Ontrac Solutions

Ontrac Solutions is a leading technology consulting firm, specializing in cutting-edge solutions that drive business transformation. We partner with organizations to modernize their infrastructure, streamline processes, and deliver tangible results. By creating value beyond the hype, we help businesses modernize technology and build new strategies that fuel growth. Our team is committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence, empowering our clients to succeed in an evolving digital landscape.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced

GCP Cloud Platform Engineer

to support our client on a critical cloud infrastructure initiative. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with strong migration experience who can work independently to build, manage, and optimize production-ready infrastructure in Google Cloud Platform.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in GCP infrastructure, cloud migrations, Linux, networking, and Infrastructure as Code. You will work closely with internal engineering teams and client stakeholders to support projects from initial definition through final delivery, ensuring scalable, secure, and reliable cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Infrastructure Delivery

Build and manage GCP infrastructure across core services including Compute, networking, IAM, storage, and GKE.

Migration Execution

Support and execute migrations from on-premises or multi-cloud environments into GCP, including lift-and-shift and replatforming strategies.

Infrastructure as Code

Implement and maintain infrastructure using Terraform to ensure repeatable, scalable, and production-ready deployments.

Performance & Cost Optimization

Troubleshoot infrastructure and application performance issues while identifying opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and cloud cost management.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with engineering, DevOps, and client stakeholders to ensure successful delivery across the full project lifecycle.

What We Are Looking For

Experience

Cloud Infrastructure / DevOps

3–6 years of experience in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, or DevOps.

GCP Expertise

Proven hands-on experience working with GCP in production environments, with a strong understanding of Compute Engine, VPC, IAM, and storage.

Migration Experience

Experience executing cloud migrations from on-premises or multi-cloud environments into GCP.

Independent Execution

Ability to work independently in a contract or client-facing delivery environment.

Technical Skills

Infrastructure as Code

Strong experience with Terraform preferred.

Containers & Kubernetes

Exposure to Docker and Kubernetes, including GKE, is highly valuable.

Linux & Networking

Solid Linux systems knowledge and strong networking fundamentals.

Automation & Scripting

Experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and scripting in Python or Bash.

Monitoring & Optimization

Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and cloud cost optimization best practices.

Hybrid / Multi-Cloud Exposure

Experience working across hybrid or multi-cloud environments is a plus.

Required Credentials

GCP Certification

Relevant Google Cloud certification required.

Production GCP Experience

Demonstrated experience working with GCP in live production environments.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ontrac Solutions, diversity is at the core of our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to bring their unique perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

How to Apply

  • Please submit your resume and our hiring team will be in touch.
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