Job Specifications
LightFeather is seeking a Cloud Engineer - GCP who will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions within Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role requires expertise in infrastructure automation, cloud security, networking, and CI/CD pipeline development. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive cloud optimization and automation efforts in a high-security government environment.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape cloud automation and infrastructure strategies in a high-impact government environment.
Location: In-Person (5 days/week) in Washington, DC
Job Type: Full Time
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Clearance Requirement: Willing to obtain a Top Secret security clearance
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage secure and scalable cloud infrastructure using GCP
Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform, Deployment Manager, or similar tools
Support CI/CD pipeline automation, integration, and management
Collaborate with software engineers, security personnel, and government stakeholders to support development and deployment workflows
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure cloud services meet SLAs
Implement cloud best practices and ensure compliance with federal security standards (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST)
Provide documentation and knowledge sharing with the broader engineering team
Required Qualifications.
4+ years of experience in cloud engineering, with at least 2 years on GCP
Hands-on experience with GCP services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Functions, VPC, IAM, GKE, and BigQuery
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Deployment Manager
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, or Cloud Build
Solid understanding of Linux systems, networking, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
Preferred Skills
GCP Professional Cloud Architect or DevOps Engineer certification
Experience supporting federal government contracts and understanding of ATO processes
Familiarity with other cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) is a plus
Scripting skills in Python, Bash, or Go
Why Join LightFeather?
You'll be part of a team dedicated to meaningful impact, working on solutions that address mission-critical needs. Experience variety, fulfillment, and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.
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About the Company
LightFeather is a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We are a forward leaning and edgy startup that is ready to change the world and improve the federal government, one organization at a time.
We don't just stay on the cutting edge, we push the edge further. LightFeather was founded in 2018 to be a different type of digital services company. Our mission is to empower people to get stuff done, to continuously drive business value and make a positive impact wherever ...
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