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GCP Architect - Manager 75,000 to 90,000 GBP Bonus Hybrid WORKING Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent Role: Google Cloud Architecture Manager Location: London or Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: 75,000 - 90,000 + benefits Clearance: Must hold active SC security clearance Overview We are seeking an experienced Google Cloud Architecture Manager to lead the design, delivery, and operation of enterprise-grade cloud solutions. This position involves driving the technical architecture of large-scale Google Cloud projects, managing teams of engineers and architects, and ensuring that solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned to business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) , strong leadership capabilities, and hands-on experience with modern cloud infrastructure, automation, and security best practices. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture and delivery of complex Google Cloud solutions across enterprise and public-sector programmes. Design, implement, and optimise secure cloud architectures using Google Cloud services. Oversee and guide technical teams to ensure project success, quality, and performance. Develop architecture documentation, design specifications, and operational playbooks. Drive adoption of best practices in cloud governance, automation, and security . Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align cloud solutions with organisational goals. Provide mentorship and leadership to engineers and junior architects, fostering technical growth. Skills & Experience Required Active SC Security Clearance (essential). Professional-level Google Cloud certification required. Proven expertise in Google Cloud Platform services (Compute Engine, App Engine, GKE, Cloud Storage, IAM, VPC, etc.). Strong experience in architecting and engineering cloud-based solutions that meet both functional and non-functional requirements. Solid understanding of cloud networking and security (e.g. firewalls, encryption, identity management). Experience implementing foundational cloud platforms (landing zones, IAM, VPC, networking). Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and automation through CI/CD pipelines . Scripting experience (e.g. Python, Bash, PowerShell ) for automation and DevOps integration. Proven experience leading small technical teams , including mentoring and delivery oversight. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences. Desirable Experience with multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, hybrid). Familiarity with site reliability engineering (SRE) principles and production systems support. Experience driving innovation, technical transformation, and improvements in ways of working. What's on Offer Competitive base salary between 75,000 and 90,000 . Comprehensive benefits package including 25 days' annual leave, private medical insurance, and additional charitable leave. Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Ongoing support for training, certification, and professional development in Google Cloud and related technologies. Reference: AMC-AQU-GCAPAM Postcode: EC2V 6AA #adqu TPBN1_UKTJ