Job Title: GCP IaC Engineer II
Job Location- Hybrid- Phoenix, Arizona, USA
We are seeking a skilled GCP Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) Engineer – Engineer II to join our cloud engineering team. This role requires deep technical expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Terraform‑based infrastructure automation, and modern cloud‑native architectures. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical consultant and subject matter expert, partnering with engineering, sales, and customer teams to design scalable cloud solutions, resolve deployment challenges, and improve cloud reliability and performance.
In this role, you will
Serve as a consultant and subject matter expert (SME) for internal engineering, sales, and customer-facing teams to resolve technical deployment obstacles and enhance Google Cloud adoption.
Design, implement, and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, focusing on immutability, scalability, automation, and operational excellence.
Architect, implement, and support foundational GCP services including IAM, VPC, Cloud Logging, Security controls, Storage, and Compute.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex issues across GKE Enterprise, Serverless, Big Data, and Data Analytics offerings such as Dataproc, Dataflow, Composer, and BigQuery.
Build tools and accelerators to streamline debugging and improve root-cause analysis for customer‑reported issues.
Apply strong software engineering practices using Java, Go, or Python to deliver reusable automation modules, services, and operational tooling.
Design secure, highly available, and resilient cloud architectures aligned with best practices and compliance frameworks.
Work with modern containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
Implement and optimize traffic flow management solutions including Service Mesh architectures (e.g., Istio) and load‑balancing patterns (GTM/LTM).
Utilize logging, monitoring, and observability platforms such as Stackdriver, Prometheus, and OpenTelemetry (OTEL) to ensure reliability of cloud services.
Contribute to FinOps initiatives by supporting cloud cost optimization, governance, and efficiency improvements.
Translate complex business and technical requirements into clear, actionable cloud solutions.
Support production systems at scale with a strong focus on operational stability, performance, and security.
Continuously evaluate, learn, and adopt emerging cloud technologies to maximize innovation and value delivery.
What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline—or equivalent professional experience.
3–10 years of experience with Infrastructure Automation, specifically Terraform and IaC design principles.
3–10 years of hands‑on experience with GCP foundational services, including IAM, VPC, Logging, Security, Storage, and Compute.
Deep technical understanding of GCP GKE Enterprise, Serverless platforms, Big Data services, and Data Analytics technologies (Dataproc, Composer, Dataflow, BigQuery, etc.).
Experience developing software in at least one object‑oriented programming language: Java, Go, or Python.
Knowledge of secure, scalable cloud architecture and best practices for high availability, visibility, and compliance.
Strong background with containers and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
Understanding of Traffic Flow Management and Service Mesh frameworks; experience with Istio strongly preferred.
Experience with cloud observability tools such as Stackdriver, Prometheus, and OTEL.
Prior exposure to FinOps practices is a plus.
Proven experience supporting large-scale production systems.
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies and apply them effectively.
Preferred skills: what will help you stand out
GCP professional certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect, Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer)
Experience with CI/CD tools and pipelines
Familiarity with multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud environments
Strong communication skills and ability to simplify complex technical topics for diverse audiences
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you'd be beneficial to this role.
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future
Work model:
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week at the client site in Phoenix, AZ, USA.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
“Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.”
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
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- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.