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The Senior Kubernetes Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining Kubernetes clusters on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) platforms. This role will partner closely with cloud architecture, DevOps, and application teams to deliver robust, secure, and automated container orchestration solutions aligned with the enterprise product roadmap. The engineer will drive maturity of the Kubernetes product portfolio, integrate automation and AI capabilities, and ensure delivery in a fast-paced, agile environment.
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.
Use your skills to make an impact
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 high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
- A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
- Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
- A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$129,300 - $177,800 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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The Senior Kubernetes Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining Kubernetes clusters on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) platforms. This role will partner closely with cloud architecture, DevOps, and application teams to deliver robust, secure, and automated container orchestration solutions aligned with the enterprise product roadmap. The engineer will drive maturity of the Kubernetes product portfolio, integrate automation and AI capabilities, and ensure delivery in a fast-paced, agile environment.
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.
Use your skills to make an impact
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 high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
- A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
- Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
- A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$129,300 - $177,800 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Align your degree to architecture roles
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to cloud architecture. A computer science or information systems degree maps cleanly, but a general business degree may trigger an RFE. Document any cloud-specific coursework or certifications to strengthen the specialty occupation case.
Filter employers by LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify companies with verified LCA filings for cloud and infrastructure roles. Employers with consistent filing history for similar job codes are operationally set up to sponsor and less likely to stall during the petition stage.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job location and level. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you know the wage floor for Cloud Architect roles at each wage level in your target city.
Target cap-exempt employers for faster timelines
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning your petition bypasses the annual lottery entirely. Cloud Architects supporting research computing or university infrastructure can file any time of year.
Understand how job duties affect your SOC code
Employers classify your role using a Standard Occupational Classification code, which determines the prevailing wage level. A Cloud Architect doing primarily design and strategy work maps differently than one doing hands-on engineering. Confirm the intended SOC code with your employer before the LCA is filed.
Request premium processing at offer acceptance
Premium processing guarantees USCIS adjudication within 15 business days. Negotiate this into your offer for roles with a defined start date. Employers routinely pay this fee for technical hires, and it eliminates the uncertainty of standard processing timelines.
H-1B Visa Cloud Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cloud Architect role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Cloud Architect falls under computer-related occupations, which USCIS consistently recognizes as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a directly related field. The O*NET profile for this occupation lists a bachelor's degree as the standard entry requirement, which supports the specialty occupation determination.
How do I find employers that actively sponsor H-1B visas for Cloud Architect roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Cloud Architect jobs at employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history. The platform filters results to companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for similar roles, so you're not spending time on employers who have never navigated the H-1B process for technical hires.
Can I switch Cloud Architect jobs while on H-1B status?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, you can change employers once your H-1B has been approved and you've worked for your sponsoring employer for at least 180 days. Your new employer must file a new H-1B petition before your current authorization expires. The job must be in the same or a similar occupational classification.
What happens to my H-1B if my Cloud Architect role shifts to a different function?
If your duties change substantially, such as moving from architecture and design to primarily management or sales, USCIS may no longer consider the role a specialty occupation under the original petition. Your employer should file an amended H-1B petition before the role change takes effect to maintain lawful status and avoid compliance issues.
Do Cloud Architect contractors face different H-1B sponsorship requirements than direct hires?
Yes. When a staffing firm sponsors your H-1B for a client placement, USCIS scrutinizes whether the end client controls your daily work. The employer-employee relationship must exist with the sponsoring company, not the end client. Specialty occupation evidence and itinerary documentation become more important in these arrangements, and denials are more common without strong supporting documentation.