Platform Architect

Job overview

The Platform Architect at Tyto Athene leads the architecting and engineering of a secure hybrid cloud platform for the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command. This remote-eligible role offers a salary range of $150,000-$162,000 per year. This role exists to define platform standards, architect Azure and Kubernetes-based services, and establish reusable capabilities that enable software teams to securely build, deploy, and operate mission-critical applications.

What you'll do

• Lead the architecture and evolution of a hybrid cloud platform using Azure and Kubernetes.
• Define reusable platform services and engineering standards.
• Architect and manage multi-cluster Kubernetes platforms.
• Establish Infrastructure as Code and GitOps.
• Design landing zones, network topology, and identity governance for Azure.
• Develop secure platform capabilities including identity integration and secrets management.
• Define SLOs, monitoring, and incident response processes.
• Provide technical leadership and conduct architecture reviews.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

remote

tyto athene

platform architect

azure

kubernetes

space force

cloud

secret clearance

$150k-$162k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, parental leave.

Why this role

Requires an active Secret clearance and 5+ years of experience architecting enterprise cloud platforms.

About the employer

Tyto Athene is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.