GXO Logistics, Inc.

Principal Cloud Engineer

GXO Logistics, Inc. • $150K — $180K *
Greenwich, CT 06830In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification.
  • 10-15+ years of experience in cloud engineering or related fields.
  • 5-7+ years of hands-on experience with enterprise-scale Google Cloud environments.
  • Deep expertise in Google Cloud resource hierarchy, IAM, and secure operations.

Responsibilities

  • Build and scale GXO's Google Cloud Platform foundation including critical cloud components.
  • Develop reusable Terraform modules and standardized deployment patterns.
  • Engineer and operate production-grade Google Kubernetes Engine platforms.
  • Translate enterprise architecture into scalable cloud implementations.
  • Automate cloud platform operations and reduce operational overhead.
  • Implement zero-trust cloud security with compliance protocols.
  • Build self-service platform capabilities to support engineering teams.

Benefits

  • Full health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision).
  • 401(k) with company contribution.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Disability insurance options.
Full Job Description
Principal Cloud Engineer

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a rapidly growing global company? As the Principal Cloud Engineer, Google Cloud, you will serve as one of GXO's senior technical leaders responsible for building, implementing, and scaling our Google Cloud Platform. This is a deeply hands-on engineering role focused on delivering secure, production-ready cloud infrastructure, platform automation, Kubernetes, networking, and enterprise AI platform capabilities. Working alongside architects, security teams, and engineering partners, you'll transform cloud strategy into scalable, resilient, and operational solutions that power GXO's next generation of enterprise platforms.

If you're looking for an opportunity to build the cloud foundation for enterprise AI while shaping the future of Google Cloud engineering at 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
  • Build and scale GXO's Google Cloud Platform foundation, including organization hierarchy, landing zones, Shared VPC, IAM, Workload Identity Federation, Secret Manager, Cloud KMS/CMEK, Identity-Aware Proxy (IAP), and Cloud Logging and Monitoring.
  • Develop reusable Terraform modules, project factory patterns, secure-by-default configurations, and standardized deployment patterns across multiple environments.
  • Engineer and operate production-grade Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) platforms, including cluster architecture, networking, ingress/egress, autoscaling, observability, and operational runbooks.
  • Translate enterprise architecture into secure, scalable, production-ready cloud implementations.
  • Build Infrastructure as Code (IaC) standards through reusable Terraform modules, GitOps workflows, CI/CD pipelines, policy guardrails, and platform automation.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Cloud Build, GitHub Actions, Artifact Registry, and related cloud-native tooling.
  • Automate cloud platform operations, integrate Google Cloud APIs, and reduce operational overhead through engineering best practices.
  • Engineer enterprise networking capabilities including Shared VPC, Private Service Connect, VPC Service Controls, Cloud NAT, firewall policies, segmentation, Cloud Interconnect, and High Availability VPN.
  • Partner with Information Security to implement zero-trust cloud security including least privilege access, Workload Identity Federation, Binary Authorization, encryption, secrets management, audit logging, and data protection controls.
  • Integrate Security Command Center, CSPM tooling, automated compliance, monitoring, alerting, tracing, and reliability engineering practices into the cloud platform.
  • Build self-service platform capabilities that enable product, data, and AI engineering teams to rapidly consume cloud services while maintaining enterprise governance.
  • Embed FinOps practices including cost attribution, budgeting, rightsizing, committed use planning, tagging standards, and cloud cost optimization.
  • Engineer the Google Cloud foundation supporting GXO's Enterprise AI Platform, including GKE-based runtimes, AI gateways, model services, agent runtimes, MCP servers, Agent Registry, and governed Snowflake integrations.
  • Partner with Data Engineering, Security, and Enterprise Architecture to deliver secure AI infrastructure supporting inference, agent execution, identity passthrough, and end-to-end traceability.
  • Serve as a senior hands-on engineer by writing Terraform, reviewing pull requests, troubleshooting complex cloud issues, mentoring engineers, and raising engineering standards across the organization.


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.
  • 10-15+ years of experience in cloud engineering, platform engineering, infrastructure engineering, or distributed systems.
  • 5-7+ years of hands-on experience designing, building, and operating enterprise-scale Google Cloud environments.
  • Demonstrated experience building and scaling enterprise cloud platforms rather than solely operating existing environments.
  • Deep expertise in Google Cloud resource hierarchy, organization policies, IAM, Workload Identity Federation, networking, Shared VPC, Cloud KMS/CMEK, Identity-Aware Proxy (IAP), logging, monitoring, and secure cloud operations.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Kubernetes networking, autoscaling, Cloud Run, ingress/egress, and production operations.
  • Strong experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, GitOps, CI/CD pipelines, Artifact Registry, and policy-as-code.
  • Proven expertise implementing zero-trust cloud security including least privilege access, Binary Authorization, encryption, secrets management, audit logging, and secure operational controls.
  • Experience implementing enterprise observability, reliability engineering, and FinOps practices for cloud platforms.
  • Experience building reusable platform engineering capabilities and self-service cloud infrastructure.
  • Experience supporting enterprise AI, analytics, machine learning, or large language model (LLM) platforms on Google Cloud.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience documenting engineering standards, technical designs, and operational runbooks.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers while collaborating effectively with architects, security teams, infrastructure teams, and technology partners.
  • 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 supporting AI platforms utilizing Vertex AI, Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, LiteLLM, MCP, AI gateways, agent runtimes, or comparable technologies.
  • Experience integrating Google Cloud workloads with Snowflake using OAuth, RBAC, masking policies, row-level security, and governed data access.
  • Experience implementing enterprise FinOps practices for large-scale cloud environments.
  • Experience building secure multi-tenant cloud platforms and reusable engineering frameworks.
  • Demonstrated success collaborating across enterprise architecture, cloud engineering, security, and infrastructure organizations while contributing to shared engineering standards and best practices.

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.

Prepare for Your Interview

Ready to make your mark at GXO? Prepare your resume and sharpen your interview skills. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract talent who are passionate about logistics and innovation.

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

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