Senior Database Architect with Google Cloud Platform Migration Specialist

Role: Senior Database Architect with Google Cloud Platform Cloud Migration Specialist
Location - 100% Remote
Type - Contract
Department - Google Cloud Platform Cloud Services

Job Summary
"We are looking for an experienced Google Cloud Platform Database Architect with a strong focus on database migration to join our team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in migrating complex database environments from on-premises and other cloud providers to Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform). You will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and managing scalable, reliable, and high-performance database solutions on Google Cloud Platform. This role requires extensive knowledge of Google Cloud Platform s database services, as well as hands-on experience with migration tools, best practices, and Methodologies."
Key Responsibilities
Database Migration Planning and Execution

Lead the design, planning, and execution of database migrations from on-
premises or other cloud environments to Google Cloud Platform.
o Assess current database environments and create comprehensive migration
strategies, including analysis of application dependencies, downtime
requirements, and risk mitigation.
o Utilize tools such as Google Database Migration Service, Cloud Data Fusion, and
third-party solutions to facilitate seamless migrations while ensuring data
integrity and minimal disruption.
Database Architecture and Optimization -
o Design and implement scalable database architectures using Google Cloud Platform s managed
database services, such as Cloud SQL, BigQuery, Cloud Spanner, Firestore,
and Cloud Datastore.
o Optimize database performance through schema design, indexing, partitioning,
sharding, and query optimization techniques tailored for cloud environments.
o Architect database solutions that ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and
data replication across Google Cloud Platform regions.
Cloud Database Management -
o Manage and administer databases deployed on Google Cloud Platform services, monitoring
performance using tools like Cloud Monitoring, Cloud Logging, and third-party
solutions.
o Implement and maintain automated backups, disaster recovery plans, and
security protocols to safeguard database environments.
o Collaborate with cloud engineers and DevOps teams to automate database
deployments and configuration management using tools
like Terraform and Google Cloud Deployment Manager.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement -
o Work closely with application development, data engineering, and IT operations
teams to align database solutions with business requirements.
o Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical
stakeholders, providing guidance on best practices for database architecture and
migration.
o Collaborate with external vendors, consultants, and partners to ensure
successful project delivery and integration of advanced database solutions.
Security, Compliance, and Governance -
o Implement data security best practices, including encryption, identity access
management (IAM), and network security configurations to protect sensitive
data.
o Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and
organizational policies throughout the migration and implementation processes.
o Establish data governance policies and manage access controls to secure
database environments and maintain data integrity.
Continuous Improvement and Documentation -
o Document database architecture, migration processes, and best practices to
create reusable playbooks for future projects.
o Stay up-to-date with Google Cloud Platform database services, new features, and best practices to
continually enhance the database architecture and migration processes.
o Identify opportunities for automation and improvement in existing processes to
increase efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
Qualifications -
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Engineering, or
a related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., Google Professional Data
Engineer, Professional Cloud Architect) are a plus.
7+ years of experience in database architecture and management, with 3+ years of
hands-on experience specifically with database migration projects to Google Cloud Platform.
Strong expertise in Google Cloud Platform database services such as Cloud SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL
Server), BigQuery, Cloud Spanner, Firestore, and Cloud Datastore.
Proven experience in using migration tools like Google Database Migration
Service, Cloud Data Fusion, or third-party solutions such as Striim or Datastream.
In-depth knowledge of database management systems (DBMS)
like Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and NoSQL databases.
Demonstrated skills in designing and optimizing cloud-native database architectures,
ensuring performance, scalability, and security.
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Google Cloud
Deployment Manager for automating database deployments and configurations.
Experience with database performance tuning, backup and restore procedures, disaster
recovery, and security best practices in cloud environments.
Preferred Skills -
Google Cloud Platform certifications such as Professional Data Engineer or Professional Cloud Architect.
Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud database migration strategies and
implementations.
Familiarity with Kubernetes and containerized database management (e.g., deploying
databases within GKE clusters).
Experience in data governance, compliance frameworks, and implementing database
policies to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
Knowledge of big data and real-time processing technologies, such as Apache
Beam, Cloud Dataflow, or Apache Kafka.

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