Sr Cloud Architect (GCP)

Landis+Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure management, enabling utilities and consumers to reduce energy consumption. Our innovative and proven portfolio of software, services and intelligent sensor technology is a key driver to decarbonize the grid. With sales of USD 1.7 billion in FY 2022, Landis+Gyr employs over 7,000 talented people across 30 countries and five continents.

For more than a century, we've been pioneers in energy innovation, and we continue to lead the way toward a more sustainable and efficient energy landscape.

Join us at Landis+Gyr, where we manage energy better - since 1896.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze functional and market requirements to produce optimized Cloud, on-premises, and hybrid architectures and designs.            
• Understand, recommend, and optimize solutions to minimize the total cost of ownership while meeting market needs.         
• Work with DBAs and System Architects on designing the architecture of the overall system, making sure selected technologies and tools fit the architecture in a performant, cost-effective manner.
• Work closely with the Operations team to hand off and train up on developed cloud solutions and assist in the resolution of critical Production issues.        
• Work in diverse cross-functional development teams including resources both foreign and domestic. 
  • Supports and adheres to the Company’s core values.
  • Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.
  • Supports and adheres to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.
  • Represents the Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.

 

Education & Experience

• Required Minimum Level of Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Required Minimum Years of Experience: 7+ to 10.

 

Desired Education/Experience:

• 7+ years’ experience as a Developer/Architect
• 5+ years’ experience in Cloud computing including on-premises cloud migrations and hybrid cloud solutions.
• 5+ years’ experience with SOA and/or micro-services
• 3+ years’ experience in test automation and CI/CD
• Multi-dimensional (diverse) product development experience is a plus.
• Google Cloud Platform experience
• AWS and Azure experience is a plus.

The Cloud architect should have experience with the following:

• Relational Database solutions including at least one of
  • PostgreSQL/Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL
  • MS SQL Server/Cloud SQL for SQL Server
  • Oracle
  • Spanner
• Two or more programming languages
  • C# .NET Core
  • Java
  • Python
• Kafka or another pub/sub solution
• Cloud Security
• Multi-tenant management
• CI/CD tools including at least one of
  • Gitlab Runners
  • Terraform
  • Ansible
  • Jenkins
• Containerization and container management
• Virtualization
• HA and DR strategies.
• Agile methodology
• ML and Cloud Analytics are a plus.
• Knowledge of the utility industry (Electric, Gas, Water) is a plus.

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Experience defining and implementing highly performant enterprise architectures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to convey complex topics to management, to customers, and to software development teams.
• Ability to work in small teams, as well as independently, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to create new and maintain existing data dictionaries and database documentation.
• Self-starter, well organized, and ability to work following processes and methodologies.

 

 

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel classified as such.

 

 

Landis+Gyr is a global leader in energy management solutions, operating in over 30 countries and headquartered in Switzerland.  We are thrilled that you’ve considered Landis+Gyr to be a part of your professional journey.  As a part of the L+G family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive.  Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as