GXO Logistics, Inc.

Principal Cloud AI Platform Architect

GXO Logistics, Inc. • $150K — $180K *
US-AnywhereRemote in North Carolina, US
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification
  • 12-15+ years in cloud architecture or platform engineering
  • 7+ years in enterprise-scale Google Cloud environments
  • Deep expertise in Google Cloud architecture components
  • Extensive experience with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
  • Strong skills in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and CI/CD pipelines

Responsibilities

  • Provide architectural leadership for GXO's Google Cloud environment
  • Design enterprise Google Cloud foundations and best practices
  • Lead architecture for Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
  • Establish platform engineering standards using modern methodologies
  • Develop enterprise reference architectures and technical standards
  • Partner with Information Security for a zero-trust architecture
  • Define observability and FinOps standards for cloud operations
  • Lead architecture for GXO's Enterprise AI Platform

Benefits

  • Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
  • 401(k)
  • Life insurance
  • Disability coverage
  • Generous benefits package
Full Job Description
Principal Cloud AI Platform Architect

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a rapidly growing global company? As the Principal Cloud AI Platform Architect, Google Cloud, you will serve as GXO's principal authority for Google Cloud architecture, platform engineering, and enterprise cloud design. This role provides hands-on technical leadership across Google Cloud Platform (GCP), establishing architectural standards, engineering best practices, and secure-by-default cloud foundations that enable enterprise-scale innovation.

If you're looking for an opportunity to shape the future of cloud architecture and enterprise AI at a global scale, join us at GXO.

Pay, benefits and more

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you'll do on a typical day
  • Provide principal-level architecture leadership for GXO's Google Cloud environment, including landing zones, organization policies, networking, identity, security, and platform design.
  • Design and evolve enterprise Google Cloud foundations including folder and project hierarchy, Shared VPC, Private Service Connect, Identity-Aware Proxy (IAP), Workload Identity Federation, Secret Manager, Cloud KMS/CMEK, and Cloud Logging and Monitoring.
  • Lead architecture for Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), including networking, ingress/egress, autoscaling, security, observability, production operations, and deployment standards.
  • Establish enterprise platform engineering standards through Terraform modules, GitOps, CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps controls, policy-as-code, and paved-road developer experiences.
  • Develop and maintain enterprise reference architectures, architectural decision records (ADRs), technical standards, and cloud design patterns.
  • Partner with Information Security to implement zero-trust architecture, identity federation, least privilege access, encryption, secrets management, audit logging, and secure-by-default cloud operations.
  • Define enterprise observability and FinOps standards including cost attribution, budgeting, service level objectives (SLOs), tracing, monitoring, and operational excellence.
  • Lead the Google Cloud architecture for GXO's Enterprise AI Platform, including Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, LiteLLM, Agent Gateway, MCP, Agent Registry, ADK, and governed Snowflake integrations.
  • Partner with Data Engineering, Security, and Product Architecture to design secure, scalable, model-agnostic AI inference, agent runtimes, identity passthrough, tool execution, and end-to-end traceability.
  • Contribute to future AI platform capabilities including model tiering, open-source model serving on GKE, and evolving enterprise AI architecture.
  • Serve as the principal Google Cloud architect supporting additional enterprise workloads including analytics, application modernization, integration, and data platforms.
  • Evaluate emerging Google Cloud technologies and strategic partner offerings for enterprise adoption.
  • Conduct architecture reviews, design governance, technical mentorship, and executive-level technology recommendations.
  • Collaborate with enterprise, infrastructure, security, and data architects to establish consistent cloud architecture standards across GXO.
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership by writing Terraform, reviewing IAM policies, troubleshooting GKE networking, and partnering directly with engineering teams.


What you need to succeed at GXO

At a minimum, you'll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification.
  • 12-15+ years of experience in cloud architecture, enterprise architecture, distributed systems, or platform engineering.
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience designing and operating enterprise-scale Google Cloud environments.
  • Deep expertise in Google Cloud architecture including landing zones, organization policies, IAM, Workload Identity Federation, networking, Shared VPC, Private Service Connect, VPC Service Controls, Cloud KMS/CMEK, IAP, logging, monitoring, and secure cloud operations.
  • Extensive experience designing and operating production Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) platforms.
  • Strong experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, GitOps, CI/CD pipelines, and policy-as-code frameworks.
  • Demonstrated expertise implementing zero-trust cloud security, identity federation, least privilege access, encryption, secrets management, audit logging, and governance.
  • Experience designing enterprise observability and FinOps capabilities including monitoring, tracing, cost management, budgeting, and operational maturity.
  • Experience designing enterprise AI or LLM platforms utilizing Vertex AI, Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, LiteLLM, MCP, AI gateways, agent runtimes, or comparable technologies.
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable enterprise architectures.
  • Strong written communication skills with experience producing executive-ready architecture documentation, standards, design reviews, and technical recommendations.
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with the ability to engage engineering teams, executive leadership, technology partners, and security organizations.
  • Proven ability to prioritize competing initiatives while balancing architecture strategy, hands-on engineering, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Ability to operate effectively with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, global enterprise environment.

It'd be great if you also have
  • Google Cloud Professional Security Engineer certification.
  • Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer certification.
  • Google Cloud Professional Machine Learning Engineer certification.
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD).
  • HashiCorp Terraform Associate certification.
  • Experience integrating Google Cloud workloads with Snowflake using OAuth, RBAC, masking policies, row-level security, and governed data access.
  • Experience designing secure multi-tenant enterprise platforms on Google Cloud.
  • Experience evaluating emerging AI, cloud, and platform technologies for enterprise adoption.
  • Demonstrated success collaborating within enterprise architecture organizations while contributing to shared standards and technical governance.
  • Experience mentoring architects and engineers while elevating enterprise architecture practices across large organizations.

About GXO Logistics, Inc.

GXO Logistics, Inc. Careers

Join the dynamic team at GXO Logistics, Inc., a leading global provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions. At GXO, we are committed to fostering a workplace where innovation thrives, leadership is cultivated, and diversity is celebrated. Discover a world of exciting job opportunities and be part of a company that values professional growth and development.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with GXO Logistics, Inc., where you will be instrumental in transforming the logistics and transportation industry. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, driving efficiency and effectiveness for some of the world's most recognized brands.

Lead with Us

Step into a role of leadership and influence at GXO. We empower our employees with diversity training and leadership opportunities that pave the way for personal and professional growth. Our culture is built on the principles of teamwork, respect, and integrity—values that are integral to all we do.

Innovate with Us

At GXO Logistics, Inc., innovation is at the core of our operations. Join our team and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine logistics. With a focus on advanced technology and sustainable practices, your work will help shape the future of supply chain management.

Grow Your Career

GXO is not just a company; it's a place where careers flourish. We offer a range of job opportunities, from entry-level positions to senior roles in various departments. Whether you're seeking an internship to kickstart your career or a professional role to advance your skills, GXO provides the resources and support to help you succeed.

Benefits of Joining GXO

- **Career Advancement**: With a multitude of career paths and educational resources, the potential for growth is limitless. - **Professional Development**: Enhance your skills through targeted training programs and gain valuable experience that will elevate your career. - **Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well-being of you and your family. - **Inclusive Culture**: Thrive in an environment that embraces diversity and fosters a sense of community among team members.

Join Our Team

Explore the array of job opportunities at GXO Logistics, Inc. and find the position that best matches your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for ambitious, curious, and driven individuals to join our team.

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Learn more about GXO Logistics, Inc.
Market Cap
$4.9 billion
Industry
Transportation
* Ladders Estimates

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