Principal Cloud Architect (Hospitality Solutions)

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel.

Positioned at the center of the travel we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps online travel sites airline and hotel reservation networks travel agent terminals and scores of other solutions.

Simply put we connect people with moments that matter.

NOTE: TPG Capital a global alternative asset management firm recently acquired Hospitality Solutions. Over the coming months Sabre is working with TPG to formally separate the Hospitality Solutions business from Sabre. It is important to understand that while you will be employed by a Sabre legal entity your role will be to support the Hospitality Solutions business which is now owned by TPG.

Hospitality Solutions formerly part of Sabre Holdings is a global leader at the forefront of hospitality technology powering over 40000 properties across 174 countries. Celebrated for our innovative and customer-centric approach we deliver integrated platforms for distribution reservations retailing and guest experience to both renowned hotel brands and independent properties worldwide.

Job Summary

Hospitality Solutions is seeking an experienced Principal Cloud Architect to design implement and manage cloud-based solutions with a focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud foundations infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform and building scalable secure and cost-efficient cloud architectures. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to align cloud strategies with business objectives ensuring robust and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Architecture Design: Architect and deploy scalable secure and highly available cloud solutions on GCP leveraging services like Compute Engine Kubernetes Engine (GKE) Cloud Storage BigQuery and Cloud Functions.
• Cloud Foundation Setup: Establish and maintain cloud foundations including identity and access management (IAM) networking (VPC subnets firewalls) and governance policies to ensure compliance and security.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and manage IaC using Terraform to automate provisioning configuration and management of cloud resources ensuring consistency and repeatability.
• Solution Optimization: Optimize cloud environments for performance cost and reliability using tools like GCPs Cost Management and Monitoring suites.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Work with DevOps engineering and product teams to integrate cloud solutions into CI/CD pipelines and support application deployments.
• Security and Compliance: Implement best practices for cloud security including encryption logging monitoring and adherence to industry standards.
• Migration and Modernization: Lead cloud migration projects including lift-and-shift re-platforming and re-architecting current systems to cloud-native solutions.
• Documentation and Training: Create detailed architecture diagrams technical documentation and provide guidance to teams on cloud best practices.
  

Required Qualifications

• Experience:
  • 6 years of experience in cloud architecture with at least 3 years focused on GCP.
  • Proven expertise in designing and implementing cloud foundations (IAM networking governance).
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Terraform for IaC including writing and maintaining complex modules.
  • Experience with containerization (Docker Kubernetes) and orchestration in GCP environments.
  • Demonstrated success in cloud migration and modernization projects.
    
• Technical Skills:
  • Deep knowledge of GCP services (e.g. Compute Engine GKE Cloud Run BigQuery Pub/Sub).
  • Proficiency in Terraform for IaC including state management and modular design.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins GitLab CI GitHub Actions) and integration with cloud environments.
  • Strong understanding of networking concepts (VPC VPN CDN load balancing).
  • Expertise in cloud security practices including IAM roles service accounts and encryption.
  • Scripting proficiency in Python Bash or Go for automation tasks.
    
• Certifications (Preferred):
  • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
  • Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer
  • HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate
    
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to lead projects and mentor junior team members.
    

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud architectures (e.g. AWS alongside GCP).
• Knowledge of observability tools like Stackdriver Prometheus or Grafana for monitoring cloud environments.
• Familiarity with serverless architectures and event-driven design.
• Experience implementing cost optimization strategies in GCP such as committed use discounts or sustained use discounts.
  

Education

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.

Outstanding Benefits

• Very competitive compensation
• Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
• 4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• 5 days off annually for Year-End Break
• We offer a comprehensive medical dental and Wellness Program
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
• Formal and informal reward recognition and acknowledgement programs
• Lots of fun and engaging employee development events

Reasonable Accommodation

Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at .

Determinationson requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Affirmative Action

Sabre is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities females veterans and disabled individuals.EEO IS THE LAW