Senior Kubernetes Solutions Architect

The role

This person will design, deploy, and automate Kubernetes-based platforms. They will implement secure, scalable, and highly available container orchestration environments to support business-critical workloads.

What you will do

• Architect, build, and maintain Kubernetes clusters with a focus on scalability, reliability, and security.
• Manage core Kubernetes services including networking, storage, workload scheduling, and RBAC.
• Oversee containerized workloads for high availability and security in multi-tenant environments.
• Design, implement, and manage Kubernetes Operators to automate operational tasks.
• Drive Infrastructure as Code initiatives using tools like Terraform.
• Design, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications.
• Build custom automation tools and scripts using Python, Go, or Bash.
• Serve as a senior-level expert to mentor development teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess and recommend Kubernetes-native solutions.
• Promote best practices in Git workflows and the use of AI tools.

Required qualifications

• Must hold and maintain DoD 8570/8140 certifications.
• 8 years of experience in Kubernetes and container orchestration, or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional background.
• Advanced proficiency with infrastructure as Code, especially Terraform.
• Significant experience architecting, deploying, and managing Kubernetes clusters (Amazon EKS or equivalent).
• Strong command of Kubernetes RBAC, security policies, and best practices.
• Thorough understanding of Kubernetes networking, Linux/Unix systems, and platform security.
• Proficiency with Git and GitOps workflows.
• An Active TS/SCI is required.

Nice to have

• Experience with VMware vSphere or OpenShift in hybrid or private cloud contexts.
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven experience building custom Kubernetes operators.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible).
• Exposure to public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps methodologies.
• Advanced programming skills in Python, Go, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Understanding of authentication protocols including OIDC, OAuth2, LDAP, and SAML.
• Contributions to open-source Kubernetes or DevOps projects.
• Kubernetes certifications such as CKA, CKAD, CKS, and Kubestronaut.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience
• Certifications
• Industry training

Before you apply

• An Active TS/SCI is required.
• Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
• Candidates currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

About the company

Accenture Federal Services is a technology company within global Accenture that helps the US federal government. Its 13,000+ people work across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.