Dedicated Cloud Advisor (DCA) - Google Cloud

Dedicated Cloud Advisor (DCA) - Google Cloud

United States | Canada | Remote | Work from home

Why Pythian:

At Pythian, we are experts in strategic database and analytics services, driving digital transformation and operational excellence. Pythian, a multinational company, was founded in 1997 and started by ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical databases. We quickly earned a reputation for solving tough data challenges. We were there when the industry moved from on-premises to cloud environments, and as enterprises sought more from their data, we expanded our competencies to include advanced analytics.

Today, we empower organizations to embrace transformation and leverage advanced technologies, including AI, to stay competitive. We deliver innovative solutions that meet each client’s data goals and have built strong partnerships with Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and Snowflake. The powerful combination of our extensive expertise in data and cloud and our ability to keep on top of the latest bleeding edge technologies make us the perfect partner to help mid and large-sized businesses transform to stay ahead in today’s rapidly changing digital economy.

Why you? 

Are you an experienced GCP Cloud Advisor/ Account Manager based in the US or Canada? Do you want to work remotely? Do you have strong knowledge of public cloud platforms ideally focusing on GCP? Do you have experience supporting customers in cloud operations, launch/capacity planning, product release management, technical support, escalation management and/or IT consulting? Can you lead the successful adoption of Google Cloud at Pythian’s customers, guiding them through the strategic and technical facets of their Cloud transformation journey? Do you want to help transform how our customers compete and win by helping them use their data to power their business to help them deliver better outcomes faster? If you Love Your Data™ and enjoy solving complex business and technical problems and want to Love your career then this could be the job for you!

What will you be doing?

• Strategic Guidance: Provide expert advice to clients on cloud adoption strategies, aligning technology with business objectives ,optimization , innovation roadmaps ,driving digital transformation.
• Financial Modeling & ROI Analysis: Develop financial models and conduct ROI analyses to demonstrate the value and cost-effectiveness of cloud investments.
• Cloud Solution Expertise: Provide expert advice on cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) from major providers (GCP), tailoring recommendations to specific client needs.
• Cost Optimization & Governance: Develop and implement cloud cost optimization strategies and governance frameworks to ensure efficient resource utilization and compliance.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Identify and assess potential risks associated with  client’s cloud solutions, and recommend mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and security.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate cloud strategies and recommendations to diverse stakeholders, including executives, IT teams, and business users.
• Market Trend Analysis: Stay abreast of the latest cloud technology trends, market developments, and competitive landscape to provide informed advice.
• Vendor Relationship Management: Facilitate and manage relationships with cloud service providers, ensuring clients receive optimal support and service.
• Client Education & Training: Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate clients on cloud concepts, best practices, and the benefits of cloud adoption.
• Thought Leadership: Produce and present thought leadership content (white papers, presentations, blog posts) on emerging cloud technologies and best practices to client
• Technology Evangelism: Demonstrate deep understanding of cutting-edge cloud technologies (AI/ML, serverless, containers) and articulate their business value
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the cloud journey.
• Customer Support:Proactively plan and coordinate customer events and product launches, collaborating with Support, Engineering, and Site Reliability Engineering to guarantee seamless customer experiences during critical periods. Act as a liaison between customers, Support, and Engineering to expedite issue resolution and manage escalations.
• Practice Development:Translate customer engagement insights into repeatable best practices and resources, empowering partners to drive wider cloud adoption.

What do we need from you?

• Cloud Platform Expertise: Deep understanding of major cloud platforms ( GCP) and their services.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand business strategy, financial modeling, and ROI analysis.
• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to develop long-term cloud strategies that align with business goals.
• Technical Proficiency: Ability to translate technical concepts into business value and vice versa.
• Communication & Presentation Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication to effectively convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Project Management: Skills to manage cloud adoption projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Sales & Business Development: Ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities, and build strong client relationships.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of industry-specific cloud use cases, regulations, and trends.
• Change Management: Ability to guide clients through organizational and technological changes associated with cloud adoption.
• Data Analysis: ability to analyze data related to cloud usage, cost, and performance.
• Cybersecurity Awareness: Understanding of cloud security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Financial Literacy: ability to build business cases, and analyze the financial impact of cloud solutions.
• Thought Leadership: Ability to create content and present ideas that influence industry thinking.
• Partner Ecosystem Knowledge: Understanding of cloud partner programs and how to leverage them.
• Ability to freely travel (up to 25%) domestically and internationally if required.
• Certifications such as Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect, Google Certified Professional Data Engineer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional will be a major plus!

What do you get in return?

• Love your career: Competitive total rewards package with an annual bonus
• Love your development: Hone your skills or learn new ones with our substantial training allowance; participate in professional development days, attend conferences, become certified, whatever you like!
• Love your work/life balance: Why commute? Work remotely from your home (forever), there’s no daily travel requirement to an office! You can be located anywhere in the US or Canada, all you need is a stable internet connection. 
• Love your workspace: We give you all the equipment you need to work from home including a laptop with your choice of OS, and an annual budget to personalise your work environment!  
• Love your community: Blog during work hours; take a day off and volunteer for your favorite charity.

HiringDisclaimer

This is a future position and  it is not available today. We are forecasting this position to be active within the next 3-6 months. In preparation for this demand, we are welcoming applicants to apply at this time, and, if chosen, to continue through the interview process which may include technical assessments and one or more interviews. 

The successful applicant will need to fulfill the requirements necessary to obtain a background check.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in any aspect of the selection process.