Senior DevOps and Kubernetes Architect

About this role

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

You Are:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior DevOps and Kubernetes Architect to lead the design, development, and operation of secure, scalable, cloud-native platforms across AWS, Kubernetes, and enterprise environments. The ideal candidate is a proven technical leader who combines hands-on expertise with strategic vision to drive platform innovation and operational excellence.

The Work:

As a key member of our team, you will lead platform architecture efforts, oversee infrastructure automation, and implement industry best practices in GitOps, CI/CD, and observability. You will work closely with stakeholders, mentor engineering teams, and ensure alignment of platform capabilities with organizational and mission-critical objectives.

Here's What You Need:

• 8+ years of experience in DevOps, Kubernetes, or cloud platform architecture

• Strong expertise in AWS with a proven track record of designing and implementing Amazon EKS solutions

• Proficiency in infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Kubespray, ArgoCD, and GitOps workflows

• Experience with multi-tenant cloud-native platforms and hybrid cloud environments

• Demonstrated knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, including tools like Jenkins and GitHub Actions

• Familiarity with Azure/M365 and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is preferred, with GCP expansion planned for future projects

• Strong operational background, with experience in change management, access control, and lifecycle management

• Experience integrating and managing Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) in secure environments

• Proven ability to mentor and lead DevOps engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment

• Familiarity with open-source tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, AppDynamics, Vault, and Consul

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience aligning technical solutions with organizational goals.

Bonus Points If:

• Advanced Degree

• 15+ years of industry experience

• Motivated and proactive, with a desire to understand and address complex areas

• Curiosity for learning about new technology, industry best practices, and areas of risk, analyzing and turning new insights into concrete action

• Commitment to delivering tangible outcomes for customers and stakeholders

• Strong written and verbal communication/interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Excellent people management and relationship development skills

• In-depth knowledge of Accenture delivery methodologies and practices

The Extras:

• US Citizenship Required

• The ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:
$157,900—$310,700 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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