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GCP DevOps Engineer -Remote

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GCP DevOps Engineer

Experience 5 + years

Location: Remote Opportunity based anywhere in Canada. Must be eligible to work in the country

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud DevOps Engineer with strong expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Terraform, and Kubernetes to support validation and onboarding of solutions to the Google Cloud Marketplace.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform technical validation and QA testing for solutions (VMs, containers/Kubernetes, SaaS) submitted to Google Cloud Marketplace
  • Validate deployments using Terraform / Infrastructure as Code (IaC) ensuring reliability and scalability
  • Troubleshoot complex issues across deployment, integration, and functionality
  • Conduct Kubernetes (GKE) validation, including debugging container and configuration issues
  • Test and validate REST API integrations, including Procurement and Entitlement APIs for SaaS solutions
  • Ensure compliance with Google Cloud security, billing, and entitlement requirements
  • Perform cost analysis and infrastructure audits, including resource labeling and architecture review
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, internal stakeholders, and external partners throughout the validation lifecycle
  • Document findings, create test plans, reports, and SOPs
  • Support governance of Private Marketplace offerings and deployment models
  • Develop basic automation using Python or scripting tools

Required Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in Cloud/DevOps or similar role
  • Strong hands-on experience with:
    • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
    • Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
    • Kubernetes (GKE preferred)
    • Virtual Machines (Compute Engine)
  • Experience with Docker and containerization technologies
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting cloud deployments and integrations
  • Experience working with RESTful APIs
  • Understanding of cloud security, billing, and compliance models

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Compensation: we are offering an annual salary between $56,650-103,000

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.

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 an outstanding applicant and help us see how you'd be helpful to this role.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

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.

Note: 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.

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About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
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.

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.

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