CTG is seeking to fill an Application Architect Google Cloud opening for our client in Parsippany, NJ. Location: Parsippany, NJ Duration: 4 months Duties: Design, implement, and maintain robust data solutions leveraging Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including BigQuery and AlloyDB. Play a key role in managing and optimizing the Data Lake architecture and ensuring efficient data flow. Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and deliver scalable solutions. Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability of data systems, monitoring system health and resolving issues promptly. Collaborate with other architects, data engineers, and DBA teams to implement and integrate cloud-based technologies within a data-driven organization. Continuously evaluate GCP technologies and industry trends to implement the most effective solutions. Skills: Expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including BigQuery, AlloyDB, and other related GCP services. Strong experience in cloud architecture, with an emphasis on data lake architecture and large-scale data solutions. Proficient in database administration (DBA), including data modeling, optimization, and tuning. Experience with data engineering principles, ETL processes, and working with large datasets. Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, SQL) and automation tools for data operations. Familiarity with cloud security best practices, including data encryption and access management. Experience: 5+ years of experience in cloud data engineering, application architecture, and database management. Strong track record of designing and implementing data solutions on GCP, particularly using BigQuery and AlloyDB. Experience with high-volume, high-performance data processing systems in cloud environments. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team and lead technical discussions. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role. To Apply: To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you! About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com. Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. Our Affirmative Action program serves to promote occupational equality and diversity through good faith efforts. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.