Senior Cloud Architect - Kubernetes - Humana International Group

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Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, implement, and support Kubernetes clusters on AKS and GKE, including upgrades, scaling, and day-2 operations.
• Engineer new Kubernetes capabilities and add-ons (e.g., Istio, ArgoCD, Velero, Cert Manager) based on evolving business requirements.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and management using Terraform, following Infrastructure-as-Code best practices.
• Integrate CI/CD pipelines (e.g., ArgoCD, GitHub Actions) to automate application deployments and operational workflows.
• Leverage ServiceNow for ITSM process integration, including incident, change, and request management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure Kubernetes platforms meet product roadmap objectives, including high availability, security, compliance, and cost optimization.
• Enhance platform automation using AI/ML-based tools for monitoring, scaling, self-healing, and anomaly detection.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, architectural diagrams, and runbooks.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and iterative delivery cycles; provide timely status updates and support sprint goals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Kubernetes workloads, networking (e.g., Istio Service Mesh), and integrations with enterprise services (e.g., Azure App Gateway, Akamai).
• Mentor team members and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards and best practices.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience managing Kubernetes clusters on AKS and GKE in production environments.
• Proficiency with Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code workflows.
• Experience with GitHub for source control, code reviews, and workflow automation.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar ITSM tools.
• Deep understanding of Kubernetes add-ons (e.g., Istio, ArgoCD, Velero, Cert Manager) and security practices (RBAC, TLS/mTLS).
• Experience engineering and integrating automation solutions and AI/ML for cloud platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success delivering in agile, fast-paced, and cross-functional environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud FinOps, observability (Dynatrace, Splunk), and network security (Calico, Prisma Twistlock).
• Certification in Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), Azure, or Google Cloud.

Additional Information

Work-At-Home Requirements

• WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a