RIVA Solutions, Inc.

Mid-Level Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Engineer

RIVA Solutions, Inc.  •  $130k/yr  •  United States (Hybrid)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Position: Mid-Level Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Engineer

Location: Remote

Terms: Full Time

Clearance: Public Trust (Tier 2+) Eligible

Travel: 0–10%

RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.

That’s RIVA.

We’re a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for Federal government agencies. Since 2009, we’ve partnered with our customers to solve complex challenges through smart, practical innovation to deliver real outcomes where they matter most. Our teams are made up of industry-leading experts who are passionate about doing great work and making a difference. We don’t just develop solutions—we support efforts that strengthen communities and serve the public good.

RIVA’s culture is built on four core values: Results, Innovation, Values, and Accountability. Theyguidehow we work, how we collaborate, and how we measure success. Our employee-first approach is rooted in trust, ownership, and meaningful work. By investing in our people and fostering a flexible, supportive environment, you will have the opportunity togrowyour skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact from day one—all while building a career that lasts.

Program Overview

The Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Engineer supports NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) cloud modernization efforts by implementing secure cloud infrastructure, data engineering solutions, DevSecOps practices, and cloud-native application services on Google Cloud Platform.

RIVA Solutions is seeking a Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Engineer to design, implement, and support cloud-native solutions that advance NOAA NMFS modernization initiatives. The position supports cloud migration, data pipelines, infrastructure automation, containerized applications, and secure cloud operations within an Agile environment.

Core Responsibilities

  • Assess legacy systems and develop migration strategies for Google Cloud Platform.
  • Design cloud landing zones, VPC architectures, and enterprise GCP configurations.
  • Support lift-and-shift, re-platforming, and cloud-native modernization using Anthos, GKE, and Compute Engine.
  • Apply cloud financial management best practices to optimize cloud utilization and cost.
  • Develop scalable data pipelines using BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Composer.
  • Design cloud data lakes and data warehouse solutions supporting scientific and operational analytics.
  • Implement data governance, lineage, and quality controls using Google Cloud services.
  • Collaborate with data scientists to operationalize machine learning models using Vertex AI.
  • Develop CI/CD pipelines with Cloud Build, Artifact Registry, and GitHub Actions.
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning with Terraform and Cloud Deployment Manager.
  • Implement security controls supporting FISMA, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-53 compliance.
  • Deploy containerized applications using GKE and Cloud Run.
  • Develop REST APIs and event-driven services using Cloud Functions and Apigee.
  • Implement monitoring, logging, tracing, and participate in Agile ceremonies.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3–5 years of Google Cloud Platform engineering experience.
  • GCP Associate Cloud Engineer certification required; Professional Cloud Architect or Professional Data Engineer preferred.
  • Experience with Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Run, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, Pub/Sub, Dataflow, and Cloud Functions.
  • Experience with Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud Build, GitHub Actions, and Infrastructure as Code.
  • Python and/or Go programming experience.
  • Experience designing IAM, VPCs, and secure cloud networking.
  • Experience supporting FedRAMP-compliant cloud environments and Agile delivery teams.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting NOAA, NMFS, or other Federal civilian agencies.
  • Vertex AI and machine learning pipeline implementation.
  • Apigee API management and Cloud Composer (Airflow).
  • Hybrid cloud experience with AWS and/or Azure.
  • Experience with Dataplex or enterprise data governance platforms.
  • Knowledge of FISMA, ATO processes, and NIST 800-53 controls.
  • Experience with marine science and geospatial data formats including NetCDF, GeoTIFF, and HDF5.

Salary

$130,000

RIVA Benefits

  • Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
  • Long- and Short-Term Disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • Wellness Program Initiatives
  • RIVA Flex (Flexible Hours and Hybrid Support, where applicable)
  • Additional Workplace Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic.

RIVA Solutions, Inc.

About RIVA Solutions, Inc.

RIVA Solutions, Inc. (RIVA) is a new kind of government contractor providing Digital Transformation to the public sector. We specialize in DevSecOps, Cloud, Data and Analytics, and Cybersecurity for the Federal Civilian, DOD, National Security, and Federal Health markets.

At RIVA, we are managers, technologists, and scientists, providing solutions through our people.

We are committed to growing with our employees by investing in training and career development to grow their management and technology skillsets, helping us mentor the workforce of tomorrow.

Our Innovation Solutions Center (ISC) brings subject matter experts together to recommend new technologies or business processes to produce greater efficiency, cost savings and innovation.

It’s through this approach that we’ve earned recognition as one of the Washington Business Journal (WBJ) 75 Fastest Growing Companies in Greater Washington, been named as one of NVTC’s Top 100 Tech Companies, and are #44 in the DC Metropolitan area on the Inc. 5000 List.

What We Do:

Achieve results through innovation, values, and accountability. That's RIVA. Powering solutions for better government.

Our Mission:

To solve complex problems with creative solutions in a world of new technologies.

Our Vision:

To implement enterprise solutions for agency transformation, meeting the goals of every mission we serve.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
2009
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