Cloud Native Architect

Pure Storage

. Provide deep technical and business expertise to customers running stateful applications in containers .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Kubernetes Administration, Linux Administration, and cloud IaaS environments, with a strong focus on customer engagement and technical solution presentation. Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive innovative data management solutions across diverse environments.

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Kubernetes AdministrationLinux AdministrationCloud IaaS EnvironmentsDevOps ConceptsData Engineering

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Hard Skills

KubernetesLinux AdministrationOpenShiftRancherVMwareAWSAzureGoogle Cloud PlatformAnsibleTerraform

Soft Skills

CharismaticConfidentTeam Oriented LeaderInfluential CommunicationContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

DockerCI/CD Pipeline Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

KCNAIndustry Recognized Linux Certification

Industry Keywords

Stateful ApplicationsContainerized ApplicationsData Management WorkflowsEnterprise Application Development LifecycleBig Data

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesLinuxOpenShiftOpenStackTerraformVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide deep technical and business expertise to customers running stateful applications in containers
Help customers automate “Day 2” data management workflows
Serve as a customer-facing architect and vanguard of the “Kubernetes Everywhere” movement
Support customers deploying containerized applications across multiple clouds and on-premises environments
Collaborate with co-selling partners and customer stakeholders
Present technical solutions and thought leadership to customers
Help define the next generation of Everpure’s modern data platform

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years' experience as a customer facing senior-level technical architect
Charismatic, confident, and likable self-starter with a track record of success on stage, in the spotlight, and with customers
Team oriented leader able to coach and drive desired behavior through influence rather than title
5+ years of Linux Administration and/or Linux development experience with an industry recognized administration-level or higher certification
3+ years of Kubernetes Administration experience and a KCNA (Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate) or above certification
Certification-level fluency in OpenShift, Rancher, or another Kubernetes orchestration environment
Certification-level fluency in Cloud IaaS environments such as VMware, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform and OpenStack
Certification-level fluency with DevOps concepts and hands-on experience with Ansible, Terraform, Docker, and CI/CD pipeline applications
Certification-level fluency in data engineering, big data, and database operations, delivery and operational services
Demonstrable understanding of data platform technologies for highly available business applications on-prem, hybrid, and in the cloud
Demonstrable understanding of the enterprise application development lifecycle and container platforms’ effect on it
Demonstrable ability to present the big picture, provide thought leadership, offer solutions, and challenge the status quo
Demonstrable ability to distill complex problems into a simplified vision that drives customer interest in Everpure technologies
Strong bias for continuous improvement
Ability to travel regionally as needed, up to 50%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off
Wellness resources
Company-sponsored team events
Growth and professional development support
Employee Resource Groups
Hiring-process accommodations for candidates with disabilities