GCP Platform Engineering Lead (VP)

The services You will provide the Client project team: As a Cloud Architect Contractor, you will support the project team by designing and implementing cloud solutions that align with business and technical requirements. Develop cloud architecture strategies and plans, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical requirements. Design and implement cloud infrastructure, including network design, security configurations, and cloud services. Evaluate and select appropriate cloud technologies and tools to meet project needs. Provide technical guidance and support to development teams during the implementation of cloud solutions. Ensure compliance with best practices and standards for cloud security, performance, and cost optimization.

Title: GCP Platform Engineering Lead (VP)
GCP, Python, Terraform, Security
7+ years
Location - Jersey City

Build and run the internal platform capabilities (automation, golden paths, guardrails) that enable secure, scalable application onboarding on GCP.
Key responsibilities
" Lead platform engineering delivery for onboarding automation (Terraform modules, pipelines, validations).
" Define engineering standards (module quality, state strategy, PR controls, drift management).
" Embed security-by-default guardrails and partner on compliance evidence automation.
" Operate the platform: reliability, incident response, SLOs/SLAs, continuous improvement.
Required qualifications
" Deep hands-on GCP + Terraform at scale; strong Python automation experience.
" Experience leading platform teams and operating production-grade internal platforms.
" Strong security and governance mindset in regulated environments.
Success measures
" High adoption of golden paths; reduced onboarding lead time; stable platform with low operational toil.

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.