We're hiringPrincipal Cloud Engineersto lead our new COE- drivingGCP transformationand guiding talented teams acrossCloud, QA & AI. It's your chance to shape strategy, deliver secure multi-cloud solutions, and make a real impact at SMBC.About the job:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Cloud Engineer to lead the Architecture and Engineering function within our new Centre of Excellence. This is a pivotal role that combines deep technical expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with leadership responsibilities across three sub-teams: Cloud Engineering, QA Testing, and AI Development. The successful candidate will work closely with the Architecture and Engineering team in London to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions that support SMBC's business objectives across EMEA.What you'll do:Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud-native solutions on GCP.Ensure best practices in cloud architecture, security, automation, and DevOps.Drive innovation and continuous improvement in cloud engineering practices.Manage and mentor a multi-disciplinary team of Cloud Engineers, QA Testers, and AI Developers.Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the Centre of Excellence.Oversee resource planning, performance management, and career development.Partner with the Architecture and Engineering team in London to align on solution design and delivery.Translate business requirements into technical solutions that meet regulatory and operational standards.Ensure timely and quality delivery of cloud-based projects and services.What you'll bring:Proven experience in designing and delivering complex solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, security, and automation (Terraform, CI/CD).Experience leading technical teams and managing cross-functional collaboration.GCP Professional certifications (e.g., Cloud Architect, DevOps Engineer).Experience in financial services or other regulated industries are strongly preferredKnowledge of other cloud platforms (especially Azure and AWS) is highly beneficial in our multicloud environmentFamiliarity with QA methodologies and AI/ML development practices are strong advantagesExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates