Cloud Consulting Architect (GCP) - Remote

About the role

BairesDev is hiring a Cloud Consulting Architect (GCP) for a remote, project-based, client-facing role in an AI-driven mainframe modernization practice. The architect leads engagements that convert legacy COBOL systems into specifications and regenerate them in Java, Go or .NET on GCP, while helping clients understand the business value of mainframe systems.

Key responsibilities

• Lead client-facing architecture engagements in application modernization projects.
• Re-architect legacy and mainframe-class systems into modern cloud platforms targeting Java, Go or .NET.
• Communicate with client stakeholders to translate technical modernization into business value.
• Collaborate with distributed engineering teams in a fully GCP-based environment.

Required profile

• 8+ years of experience in cloud architecture with GCP.
• Consulting or professional services background with project-based, client-facing delivery experience.
• Proven experience in application modernization and re-architecting legacy or mainframe-class systems into Java, Go or .NET on modern cloud platforms.
• Strong requirements gathering skills and experience with test-driven design.
• Advanced proficiency in English.
• Nice to have: mainframe or COBOL familiarity, DORA metrics experience, QA discipline and practices.

Required skills

• Data architecture on GCP, including BigQuery and data pipeline design.
• AI engineering practices such as harness engineering or spec-driven design.

What we offer

• 100% remote work from anywhere.
• Compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred.
• Hardware and software setup provided for working from home.
• Flexible hours, paid parental leave, vacations and national holidays.
• Mentorship, promotions, skill development and a multicultural global team.