Professional Cloud Developer
A Professional Cloud Developer builds and configures scalable, secure applications by using Google-recommended tools and best practices. They are proficient in the full development lifecycle, from architecting cloud-native applications to integrating advanced machine learning capabilities. They are also responsible for utilizing generative AI APIs to create intelligent user experiences. Additionally, they leverage AI-powered development tools—such as AI coding assistants, context engineering, and automated debugging agents—to accelerate delivery and improve code quality.
The Professional Cloud Developer exam assesses your ability to:
- Design highly scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-native applications
- Build and test applications
- Configure cloud-native applications for deployment
- Integrate applications with Google Cloud services
The new version of the Professional Cloud Developer exam in English will be live on April 24. If you plan to take the exam after April 24, review the new exam guide. If you plan to take the exam before April 24, review the current exam guide.
What's new?
The upcoming version of the Professional Cloud Developer exam launching on April 24 has been restructured and streamlined for greater focus and reduced repetition.
About this certification exam
Length: Two hours
Registration fee: $200 (plus tax where applicable)
Languages: English and Japanese
Exam format: 50-60 multiple choice and multiple select questions
Exam delivery method:
a. Take the online-proctored exam from a remote location
b. Take the onsite-proctored exam at a testing center - search for Google Cloud.
Prerequisites: None
Recommended experience: 3+ years of industry experience including 1+ years designing and managing solutions using Google Cloud.
Certification renewal: Candidates may renew their certification within the renewal eligibility period. For more information about the renewal process, eligibility period, and certification validity timeline, please refer to the Renewal FAQs below.
Exam overview
1. Get real world experience
Before attempting the Cloud Developer exam, it's
recommended that you have 3+ years of hands-on
experience with Google Cloud products and solutions.
Ready to start building? Explore the Google Cloud Free
Tier for free usage (up to monthly limits) of select
products.
2. Understand what's on the exam
The Professional Cloud Developer exam guide contains a
complete list of topics that may be included on the exam,
helping you to determine if your skills align with the
topics of the exam. If you plan to take the exam in
English on April 24 or later, please review the new exam guide.
4. Round out your skills with training
Prepare for the exam by following the Professional
Cloud Developer learning path. Explore online
training, in-person classes, hands-on labs, and
other resources from Google Cloud.
Prepare for the exam with Googlers and certified
experts. Get valuable exam tips, tricks, and
insights from industry experts.
In-depth discussions on the concepts and critical
components of Google Cloud:
5. Schedule an exam
Register and select
whether to take the exam remotely or at a nearby testing
center - search for Google Cloud. Review exam
terms and conditions
and
data sharing policies.