Google Cloud Architect
Professional Cloud Architect
Google Cloud
Career Potential
Average Salary
$130,000 - $190,000/year
For certified professionals in the United States
Career Paths
- Cloud Architect
- Solutions Architect
- GCP Architect
- Infrastructure Architect
About This Certification
This professional certification proves you can design and manage Google Cloud solutions. You'll learn to build secure, scalable architectures, optimize costs, and ensure reliability across GCP services. The exam includes case studies and scenario questions over 120 minutes. Perfect for architects with 3+ years of industry experience and 1+ year on GCP, aiming for Cloud Architect or Solutions Architect roles with $130-190k salaries.
📝 Sample Questions
Here are 3 sample questions from the Google Cloud Architect exam. Test your knowledge!
💡 These 3 questions are just a preview. The full test contains 60 questions with detailed explanations.
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Personalized Study Plan
Structure your preparation for success
Week-by-Week Breakdown
Foundation
10h study time
Focus:
- Understand core concepts
- Review prerequisites
- Familiarize with exam format
Foundation
10h study time
Focus:
- Understand core concepts
- Review prerequisites
- Familiarize with exam format
Foundation
10h study time
Focus:
- Understand core concepts
- Review prerequisites
- Familiarize with exam format
Domains 1-1
10h study time
Focus:
- Designing and planning a cloud solution architecture
Domains 2-2
10h study time
Focus:
- Managing and provisioning solution infrastructure
Domains 3-3
10h study time
Focus:
- Designing for security and compliance
Domains 4-4
10h study time
Focus:
- Analyzing and optimizing technical processes
Domains 5-5
10h study time
Focus:
- Managing implementation
Domains 6-6
10h study time
Focus:
- Ensuring solution and operations reliability
Review & Practice
10h study time
Focus:
- Full-length practice tests
- Review weak areas
- Simulate exam conditions
Review & Practice
10h study time
Focus:
- Full-length practice tests
- Review weak areas
- Simulate exam conditions
Review & Practice
10h study time
Focus:
- Full-length practice tests
- Review weak areas
- Simulate exam conditions
💡 Tips for Success
- • Study consistently – short daily sessions are more effective than long marathon sessions
- • Take practice tests regularly to identify knowledge gaps
- • Focus on understanding concepts, not just memorizing
- • Join study communities to share knowledge and stay motivated
- • Adjust the plan based on your progress and personal constraints
Prerequisites
3+ years industry experience including 1+ year designing and managing on GCP
Exam Domains & Weights
Test Language
This test is available in English only.
Expert Preparation Tips
- Understand GCP core services deeply
- Know migration strategies
- Practice case studies
- Understand cost optimization
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the Google Cloud Architect certification?
This professional certification proves you can design and manage Google Cloud solutions. You'll learn to build secure, scalable architectures, optimize costs, and ensure reliability across GCP services. The exam includes case studies and scenario questions over 120 minutes. Perfect for architects with 3+ years of industry experience and 1+ year on GCP, aiming for Cloud Architect or Solutions Architect roles with $130-190k salaries.
Q2.How many questions are on the Google Cloud Architect exam?
The Google Cloud Architect exam contains 60 questions and must be completed within 120 minutes. The passing score is 70.
Q3.What are the prerequisites for Google Cloud Architect?
3+ years industry experience including 1+ year designing and managing on GCP
Q4.How much does the Google Cloud Architect exam cost?
The official Google Cloud Architect exam costs $200 USD. However, you can practice with our free practice test with 60 realistic questions.
Q5.What salary can I expect with Google Cloud Architect certification?
Professionals with Google Cloud Architect certification typically earn $130,000 - $190,000/year per year in the United States. Common job titles include: Cloud Architect, Solutions Architect, GCP Architect, Infrastructure Architect.
Ready to Start Practicing?
Take our free practice test with 60 realistic questions. Each question includes detailed explanations to help you learn and understand the concepts.
Exam Information
- Exam Code
- Professional Cloud Architect
- Provider
- Google Cloud
- Level
- Professional
- Category
- Cloud
- Exam Price
- $200 USD
- Practice Test
- FREE