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Senior Cloud Solutions Architect roles in cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, and enterprise architecture align directly with STEM OPT eligibility. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies when your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your degree falls under a qualifying CIP code in computer science, engineering, or a related STEM field.
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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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Verify your CIP code before applying
Pull your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code from your DSO before targeting roles. Computer science, electrical engineering, and information systems degrees commonly qualify, but your specific CIP code determines STEM OPT eligibility, not just your major name.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers to confirm active E-Verify enrollment before you reach the offer stage. Cloud architecture roles at consulting firms and mid-size ISVs sometimes lack E-Verify, which disqualifies them from sponsoring your STEM OPT extension entirely.
Build your I-983 training plan around cloud deliverables
Your Form I-983 must list specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For cloud architect roles, map deliverables like migration assessments, architecture design reviews, and security audits directly to concepts from your degree curriculum.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Senior Cloud Solutions Architect roles span multiple DOL wage levels. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. STEM OPT doesn't impose a wage floor, but underpaying relative to prevailing wage signals problems for a future H-1B visa petition.
Target employers with H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter your search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in cloud and IT architecture roles. Companies that have sponsored H-1B petitions before have established legal processes, making them more likely to support your full authorization timeline.
File your OPT extension request 90 days early
USCIS recommends filing your STEM OPT extension application up to 90 days before your initial OPT expires. For senior-level roles with long hiring cycles, getting this timing right means you won't be racing your authorization deadline during offer negotiations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect?
Your degree qualifies if its CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by the Department of Homeland Security. Degrees in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, information systems, and applied mathematics commonly qualify. Your DSO can confirm your specific CIP code. The job title alone doesn't determine eligibility; your degree program does.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify for my STEM OPT extension?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT employers. If the company hiring you as a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect isn't actively enrolled in E-Verify, your DSO cannot approve your STEM OPT extension, regardless of the role's qualifications. Verify enrollment through the official E-Verify employer search before signing any offer.
What goes into the Form I-983 training plan for a cloud architecture role?
The Form I-983 requires you and your employer to document specific learning objectives that connect your daily work to your STEM degree. For Senior Cloud Solutions Architect positions, this typically includes activities like cloud migration design, infrastructure automation, security architecture reviews, and performance benchmarking. Each objective should map explicitly to coursework or skills from your degree program.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your STEM OPT expires and you're subject to the cap, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. USCIS maintains guidance on cap-gap eligibility. You can continue working as a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect during this period as long as your employer keeps the petition active.
Where can I find Senior Cloud Solutions Architect jobs with employers who support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Senior Cloud Solutions Architect openings filtered for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and H-1B LCA filing history, so you can prioritize companies with an established track record of supporting international work authorization. Searching there narrows your focus to roles where your STEM OPT extension is actually viable from day one.