Job Description

LightFeather is seeking a Cloud Engineer – GCP who will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions within Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role requires expertise in infrastructure automation, cloud security, networking, and CI/CD pipeline development. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive cloud optimization and automation efforts in a high-security government environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape cloud automation and infrastructure strategies in a high-impact government environment.

• Location: In-Person (5 days/week) in Washington, DC
• Job Type: Full Time
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
• Clearance Requirement: Willing to obtain a Top Secret security clearance

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage secure and scalable cloud infrastructure using GCP
• Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform, Deployment Manager, or similar tools
• Support CI/CD pipeline automation, integration, and management
• Collaborate with software engineers, security personnel, and government stakeholders to support development and deployment workflows
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure cloud services meet SLAs
• Implement cloud best practices and ensure compliance with federal security standards (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST)
• Provide documentation and knowledge sharing with the broader engineering team

Required Qualifications.

• 4+ years of experience in cloud engineering, with at least 2 years on GCP
• Hands-on experience with GCP services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Functions, VPC, IAM, GKE, and BigQuery
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Deployment Manager
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, or Cloud Build
• Solid understanding of Linux systems, networking, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment

Preferred Skills

• GCP Professional Cloud Architect or DevOps Engineer certification
• Experience supporting federal government contracts and understanding of ATO processes
• Familiarity with other cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus
• Scripting skills in Python, Bash, or Go

Why Join LightFeather? You'll be part of a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. Experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. Powered by JazzHR KGmOcCFgfp

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