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The Lead Software Engineer, Enterprise API Engineering & Operations will administer and manage both Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) on-premise clusters (now known as Google Distributed Cloud Virtual for VMware) and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters. APIGEE Hybrid is deployed on both these clusters, and the role will provide engineering and operational support for these environments within the organization's Hybrid IT infrastructure (Cloud & On-premise). Responsibilities include design, planning, installation, automation, maintenance, and support for Google Distributed Cloud Virtual for VMware and Azure AKS infrastructure.We are seeking a highly motivated and problem-solving professional to join the Enterprise API team at Humana. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a strong, inclusive team in a collaborative and iterative delivery environment, leading industry advancements and enhancing technical skills.

• Administer and manage both Google Distributed Cloud Virtual for VMware (GKE on-premise) and Azure AKS clusters.

• Implement and automate deployment of APIGEE on GKE on-premise clusters (Google Distributed Cloud Virtual for VMware) and Azure AKS clusters.

• Establish best practices and standards for GKE on-premise and Azure AKS architecture, design, platform setup, and maintenance.

• Coordinate with infrastructure teams to install platforms and applications—including APIGEE Hybrid—on GKE on-premise and Azure AKS clusters.

• Perform periodic capacity planning and infrastructure expansion for both GKE on-premise and Azure AKS platforms.

• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for GKE on-premise and Azure AKS clusters.

• Automate periodic upgrades for both GKE on-premise and Azure AKS clusters

• Automate periodic upgrades of APIGEE hybrid deployed on both GKE on-premise and Azure AKS clusters

• Work closely with API and Integration platform architects on API design, implementation, testing, production deployment, and support.

• Identify technical dependencies and roadblocks proactively and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve them.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.

• 7+ years of hands-on cloud engineering experience (Azure, AWS, and/or GCP) in building cloud technology solutions.

• 2 or more years of experience in setting up and managing GKE on-premise (Google Distributed Cloud Virtual for VMware) environments.

• Google Cloud Architect with expertise in Google Distributed Cloud Virtual for VMware (formerly Anthos).

• Hands-on experience deploying GKE on-premise (Google Distributed Cloud Virtual for VMware), Bare-metal, and Azure AKS clusters.

• Experience deploying GKE and AKS clusters (Private/Public) with best practices for deployment.

• Strong skills with containerization and orchestration technologies for both On-premise and Public Cloud (Docker, Kubernetes, GKE, AKS, Istio).

• Experience deploying and managing infrastructure with Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent technologies.

• Experience with cluster and pod security, Google IAM, Azure RBAC, and policy management.

• Experience setting up logging and monitoring for GKE (using Stackdriver or equivalent) and AKS.

• Experience with source control tools such as Bitbucket, GitHub, etc.

• Proficiency with scripting and programming languages (Python, Go, Bash, PowerShell).

• Strong troubleshooting skills on infrastructure, with ability to identify bottlenecks and perform root cause analysis.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

• Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect.

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) / Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) certifications.

Work-At-Home Requirements To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates 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

• Associates 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 associates 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

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$129,300 - $177,800 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits:

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 02-26-2026

About us

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and Center Well healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

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It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.