Senior Cloud Architect - Automation

Become a part of our caring community The Senior Cloud Architect - Platform Automation (Cloud Database Platforms) will lead the design and implementation of automated solutions for deploying, managing, and optimizing cloud-based database services across multi-cloud environments. This role ensures consistency, security, and operational excellence by leveraging infrastructure-as-code, AI-powered development tools (such as Codium and Windsurf), and best practices for cloud database automation. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive standardization, enhance scalability, and support business objectives through reliable and efficient cloud database platforms. We are seeking a Senior Cloud Architect to join our Data Platform Engineering team, specializing in cloud database platform automation across Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role is responsible for architecting, automating, and optimizing cloud-based database platforms, ensuring operational excellence, scalability, and security. Key Responsibilities • Architect and implement automated database solutions in Azure and GCP. • Deploy, configure, and integrate native database services (Azure SQL, Azure PostgreSQL, Google Cloud SQL) and MongoDB Atlas. • Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code using Terraform, adhering to best practices. • Build and maintain Python automation scripts for provisioning, integration, lifecycle management, and monitoring. • Apply GitOps principles to infrastructure and application deployment. • Utilize AI-assisted development tools, such as GitHub Copilot, to enhance code quality and automation. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and ensure compliance with governance and regulatory standards. • Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency. • Design and manage CI/CD pipelines for data workloads, including automated testing and deployment validation. • Implement cloud cost optimization strategies and performance tuning. • Document architectures, automation workflows, and operational procedures. • Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to data platform infrastructure and automation. • Demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills and experience operating in large-scale, enterprise cloud environments. Use your skills to make an impact Required Qualifications • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. • Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in cloud architecture with a focus on database platforms i.e. Azure SQL, Azure PostgreSQL, and Google Cloud SQL. • Advanced skills with Terraform for infrastructure automation. • Proficiency in GitHub actions and minimum of 5 years of Python experience in scripting and integration. • Demonstrated experience with GitOps workflows and tools. • Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools, such as GitHub Copilot. • Deep understanding of cloud networking, security, IAM best practices, and regulatory compliance. • Proven experience designing and operating CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps methodologies. • Experience working in regulated environments and implementing security i.e. CyberArk, and compliance controls. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills. • Proven troubleshooting capabilities in large-scale, complex environments Additional Information Why Humana Humana offers a variety of benefits to promote the best health and well-being of our employees and their families. We design competitive and flexible packages to give our employees a sense of financial security-both today and in the future, including: • Health benefits effective day 1 • Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay • Recognition pay • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match • Tuition assistance • Scholarships for eligible dependents • Parental and caregiver leave • Employee charity matching program • Network Resource Groups (NRGs) • Career development opportunities Work-At-Home Requirements To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership. Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense. Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. Interview Format As part of our hiring process for this opportuni...