Senior Platform/DevOps Engineer (Kubernetes-Linux)
Armada seeks a Senior Platform/DevOps Engineer to design and manage Kubernetes-based platforms for edge infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise in Kubernetes, Linux, and IaC, and is based onsite in Bellevue, WA.
Responsibilities
- Architect, design, deploy, configure, and manage highly available Kubernetes clusters on-prem and cloud environments.
- Implement and manage Kubernetes networking and storage solutions.
- Drive Infrastructure-as-Code initiatives using Terraform, Ansible, and Helm.
- Implement and enforce Kubernetes security best practices.
- Optimize Kubernetes clusters for performance, scalability, and resource utilization, particularly in edge environments.
About the role
About the Company Armada is a full-stack edge infrastructure company delivering compute, connectivity, and sovereign AI/ML to some of the world’s most remote places. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.
With over $200 million in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12), Founders Fund, and has strategic partnerships including Starlink, Skydio, and NVIDIA. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us. Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact.
You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.
About the role We are looking for an experienced, and detail-oriented Senior Platform Engineer to join our growing Edge team. You will be responsible for the design, automation, optimization, and operation of our Kubernetes-based platform supporting our Galleon mobile data centers and Atlas cloud integration.
This is a critical role where you will leverage deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes while valuing mentorship, collaboration, and open communication. You will work on building and managing resilient, secure, and scalable Kubernetes environments across diverse edge locations and cloud infrastructure, ensuring the reliability of our distributed computing platform.
Location. This role is office-based at our Bellevue, Washington office. What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities) Architect, design, deploy, configure, and manage highly available Kubernetes clusters on-prem (Galleon data centers) and cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) environments. S. S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.
In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).
Benefits Competitive base salary and equity Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost) Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA) Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Unlimited paid time off (PTO) 14 paid company holidays per year #LI-ST1 #LI-Onsite #640 Compensation $157,596 — $196,995 USD You're a Great Fit if You're A go-getter with a growth mindset.
You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda Highly organized and results-driven.
Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you Equal Opportunity Statement At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive.
As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation.
Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time. Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page.
Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.