GCP Architect

Ampcus, Inc
United States, California, South San Francisco
Dec 20, 2024
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team. Job Title: GCP Architect Location(s): San Francisco, CA We are seeking a GCP Architect with expertise in Istio to oversee and assist in building Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) for a cloud-native environment. This role will be critical in extending Istio's capabilities within Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), focusing on networking, security, and automation for our client. Key Responsibilities: Develop and manage CRDs to extend Istio's functionality for GKE-based applications. Create OpenAPI v3 schemas to validate custom resources. Implement Kubernetes Operators to automate workflows. Collaborate on CI/CD pipelines and integrate GitOps practices. Troubleshoot and optimize GKE environments, ensuring service mesh performance. Oversee more junior level resources and provide quality assurance on the work of team members. Works directly with senior stakeholders to manage project expectations and provide delivery updates. Qualifications: Experienced in working extensively with Kubernetes and GKE. Strong knowledge of Istio (e.g., Envoy, VirtualService, DestinationRule). Proficiency with OpenAPI v3, Helm, and Kubernetes resource validation. Experience with Go or Python for developing custom controllers. Hands-on experience with Kubernetes Operators (Kubebuilder, Operator SDK). Familiarity with GitOps, CI/CD, and cloud platforms like GCP. Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.