GCP Lead

Who We Are

Join DMart Labs, the captive technology and innovation hub of Avenue Supermarts Ltd, where we drive digital transformation through cutting-edge cloud computing, microservices, and automation.

Located in Whitefield, Bangalore, we focus on scalable, high-performance solutions that enhance operational efficiency, optimize supply chain management, and improve customer experiences.

At DMart Labs, we thrive on innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving to redefine the future of retail technology.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced GCP Lead (7-10 years) to architect, implement, and manage scalable cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role requires expertise in Kubernetes (GKE), DevOps automation, security best practices, and cloud-native architectures.

As a GCP Lead, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust cloud infrastructure strategies, optimizing Kubernetes-based workloads, and leading a team of engineers to deliver highly available, secure, and cost-efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Infrastructure & Kubernetes Management

• Architect, deploy, and optimize highly scalable and secure Google Cloud Platform (GCP) infrastructure.
• Design and manage Kubernetes clusters (GKE), ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
• Implement service mesh architectures using Istio or Linkerd for microservices security and observability.

DevOps & Automation

• Lead the design and optimization of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or ArgoCD for seamless deployments.
• Drive infrastructure as code (IaC) best practices using Terraform, Ansible, or Pulumi.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, scaling, and monitoring using Python, Bash, or Go.

Security, Compliance & Monitoring

• Implement IAM, VPC security policies, firewall configurations, and GCP security best practices.
• Set up and manage observability solutions (Stackdriver, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) for proactive monitoring and alerting.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR.

Performance Optimization & Incident Management

• Analyze and optimize cost, scalability, and resilience of cloud environments.
• Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous system improvements.
• Participate in on-call rotations and ensure quick resolution of production issues.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of DevOps engineers.
• Collaborate with development, QA, security, and product teams to drive DevOps best practices.
• Own cloud strategy, decision-making, and technology adoption for long-term scalability.

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Experience: 7-10 years in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) with strong GCP expertise.
• GCP Expertise: Deep hands-on experience with Compute Engine, GKE (Kubernetes), Cloud Functions, Cloud Run, Cloud SQL, IAM, VPC, and Load Balancing.
• Kubernetes & Containerization: Strong knowledge of Kubernetes (GKE), Helm, Docker, and microservices orchestration.
• CI/CD & Automation: Proven experience in designing CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab CI, or ArgoCD.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Advanced proficiency in Terraform, Ansible, or Cloud Deployment Manager.
• Monitoring & Logging: Experience with Prometheus, Grafana, Stackdriver, ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).
• Security & Compliance: Expertise in cloud security best practices, IAM policies, VPC configurations, and compliance frameworks.
• Scripting & Automation: Strong Python, Bash, or Go skills for automating cloud operations.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for performance optimization and incident response.

Preferred:

• Certifications: GCP Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer, Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or Cloud Architect certification.
• Microservices & Service Mesh: Experience with Istio, Envoy, or Linkerd for microservices security and observability.
• Database & Storage: Knowledge of Cloud SQL, BigQuery, Firestore, or NoSQL databases.
• Agile & DevOps Practices: Experience in Scrum/Kanban, GitOps, and DevSecOps methodologies.

Why Join Us

High-Impact Work – Lead critical cloud infrastructure projects powering retail innovation.

Innovation-Driven Environment – Work on cloud-native, AI-driven, and microservices-based solutions.

Career Growth – Be part of a fast-growing technology team, with opportunities for upskilling and certifications.

Collaborative Culture – Work with highly skilled engineers, architects, and leaders.