Senior Solutions Architect - Kubernetes - REMOTE

Living Talent; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 240,000 - 345,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative Series A startup is seeking a skilled software engineer to optimize Kubernetes and HPC workloads, including AI and GPUs. This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and equity. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software engineering and solution architecture, with a strong focus on Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies. You'll be responsible for guiding clients through product implementation, driving platform adoption, and creating high-quality technical content. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, and make a significant impact in the tech landscape.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software engineering or solution architecture roles.
• 2+ years focused on Kubernetes or cloud-native platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead external customer engagements for seamless product implementation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to promote platform adoption.

Skills

Kubernetes

Bash Scripting

Python

Go

Terraform

Cloud-Native Platforms

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Optimize Stateful Kubernetes & HPC workloads - including AI and GPUs

• 100% Remote (US or Canada only)
• Series A Startup
• Base Salary $240k - $345k CAD (depending on experience) + Equity

Subject Matter Knowledge & Experience:

• External Client Interaction (Solutions Architecture - Pre-Sales - Support)
• Containerization, Orchestration
• Kubernetes (Operations & integration)
• CLI expertise (Bash, Shell, Python, Go)

Key Responsibilities:

• Support, Guide, Design, and Integrate Solutions: Lead portions of external customer engagements ensuring seamless product implementation.
• Drive Platform Adoption and Client Success: Collaborate with internal teams (product, engineering, customer success) to promote platform adoption and ensure client satisfaction. Bridge gaps between teams to align strategies and deliver cohesive solutions that meet client needs.
• Master Cloud-Native Technologies and Services: Build deep expertise in cloud-native applications, microservices, and modern DevOps practices. Stay current with industry trends and leverage this to provide innovative, informed guidance and solutions to clients.
• Strategic Advice - Maximize Value - Advocacy Creation: Engage clients, including technical leaders such as CloudOps and Systems teams. Build and nurture relationships with technical stakeholders. Offer strategic guidance to help clients fully leverage solutions, driving measurable value and fostering long-term advocacy for the platform.
• Technical Content Creation - Best Practices: Develop practical, actionable high-quality technical content including Solution Guides, Reusable Sample Code, and blog posts. Empower clients in overcoming technical challenges.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 7+ years in software engineering, solution architecture, sales engineering, or similar roles.
• Kubernetes: 2+ years focused on Kubernetes or cloud-native platforms. Knowledge of designing, deploying, and managing AKS, EKS, GKE.
• Scripting: Absolute comfort at the bash prompt. IaC expertise (Terraform). Python and Golang scripting proficiency.
• Understanding of hybrid or multi-cloud architectures.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical solutions effectively to varied stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.