Solution Architect with GCP and Azure

Location: Remote Worldwide
Work Type: Full-Time
Company: WorkNomadsWorkNomads is seeking a seasoned Solution Architect with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Azure to join our global, remote-first team. If you thrive on designing resilient, scalable cloud-native systems and mentoring teams to excel, this is your opportunity.
Dare to have a mission:
You will be the technical anchor for our most ambitious digital products. Your mission will be to:

• Design, document, and evangelize end-to-end cloud-native software architectures on GCP and Azure, with a strong focus on microservices and event-driven patterns.
• Lead the technical strategy and execution for complex product development, ensuring systems are scalable, secure, maintainable, and cost-optimized.
• Make pivotal technology decisions, selecting the right GCP services (e.g., GKE, Cloud Run, Pub/Sub, BigQuery) to solve business problems effectively.
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, best practices, and patterns for API design, service decomposition, data management, and system integration.
• Champion DevOps and SRE principles, implementing robust CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and comprehensive observability.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to guide implementation, conduct architecture reviews, and ensure alignment with the technical vision.
• Mentor and upskill developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.

The tools in your backpack:

• 10+ years of software development experience, with at least 6+ years in a Solution Architect role designing production systems.
• Proven, hands-on expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is essential. Certifications (e.g., Professional Cloud Architect) are a strong plus.
• Proven, hands-on expertise with Azure
• Strong proficiency with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes/GKE).
• Solid understanding of modern API design (REST, gRPC), messaging systems (Pub/Sub), and database technologies (SQL/NoSQL) on GCP.
• Experience implementing DevOps practices: CI/CD (Cloud Build, GitLab), IaC (Terraform), and monitoring/logging (Cloud Operations Suite).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A strategic thinker who is also hands-on and enjoys solving complex technical challenges.

Our recipe for a great life in Bulgaria (or wherever you roam):
At WorkNomads, we believe work enables an amazing life. Here’s what we offer:

• Meaningful Impact: Architect systems that power the new nomadic economy—don’t just watch from the sidelines.
• Growth: A personalized career development program to fuel your journey.
• Autonomy: An environment where your technical vision matters and you own your work-life balance.
• Global Vibe: An international, dynamic, and remote-first workplace.
• Connectivity Support: Coverage for internet and phone bills (51 EUR net).
• Flexible Contracts: Choice of Employment or Freelancer agreement.
• Total Rewards: Competitive remuneration and a comprehensive social welfare package (for Bulgaria-based colleagues).
• Community: Team get-togethers and networking events are in our DNA!
• Seamless Living (Sofia option): Need a base? Digitally check into a spacious room at our WN LAB Hotel, Bulgaria’s biggest and coolest 4★ co-living hotel. No deposit, with special discounted rates for single apartments starting from 660 EUR/month (utilities & cleaning included!).

= TOTAL(LY): Amazing life & work with WorkNomads.
About the docking station:
WorkNomads is a global employer built for the digital age. We empower people to live life on their terms by offering flexible co-living spaces and meaningful remote, project-based work.
Interest piqued? Join us!
We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating opportunities for global talent to shine.