Principal Product Manager, AEP Foundation & Partner Platforms

Armada · Seattle

Product & Programposted 5w ago

About the Company

Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.

With nearly $500 million in funding to date, Armada is backed by leading investors including Founders Fund, Lux, BlackRock and Microsoft (M12), alongside strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Dell, Palantir, NVIDIA, SpaceX, and Skydio. We are building the infrastructure layer for sovereign and edge AI - rugged, deployable compute for customers that cannot rely on centralized cloud.

Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.

About the Role

We are seeking a Principal Product Manager to set the technical product direction for the Kubernetes (K8s) foundation of the Armada Edge Platform (AEP) and to own Armada's partner platform integration strategy - including Microsoft Azure Local and Palantir Foundry + AIP. This is a company-level charter: decisions made in this role shape AEP's long-term architecture and commercial posture with our largest strategic partners.

This is a hands-on role for a recognized expert who will serve as Armada's principal advisor on edge Kubernetes and partner platform architecture. You will exercise wide latitude in setting objectives and approaches, build formal networks with key decision makers at Microsoft, Palantir, and strategic customers, and act as an external spokesperson for Armada in technical and executive forums - including guiding our sales organization on hybrid and disconnected sovereign deployments built on Azure Local and other partner platforms.

Location. This role is office-based at our Bellevue, Washington office.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

K8s Infrastructure Ownership

Own the product direction for AEP's Kubernetes foundation end to end — architecture, deployment model, operations, and lifecycle — setting the standards other product and engineering teams build against
Define requirements and roadmap for infrastructure reliability, upgrades, and scalability across edge and cloud environments
Exercise wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches on critical, ambiguous initiatives, devising solutions from limited information with a multi-year view of AEP's strategic goals

Partner Platform Strategy & Integration

Own Armada's partner platform integration strategy end to end, including Microsoft Azure Local and Palantir Foundry + AIP — setting the technical direction, sequencing, and success criteria across the partner portfolio
Serve as Armada's recognized authority on Azure Local and sovereign edge deployment models, representing the company externally with partners, customers, and the technical community
Advise and assist Armada's sales team in architecting Azure Local solutions for hybrid and sovereign customer environments

Cross-Functional Execution

Work daily with engineering, design, and QA to deliver product milestones for infrastructure and partner integrations on time and with quality
Translate platform strategy into detailed, actionable product plans, user flows, and acceptance criteria
Support product launches with documentation, go-to-market inputs, and enablement in coordination with sales and marketing

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of experience, Master's and 12+ years, or PhD and 8+ years, including at least 8 years in product management for infrastructure, platform, cloud, or Kubernetes-based products
Recognized as an expert and thought leader in cloud-native or edge infrastructure by both internal and external communities — for example through published work, standards participation, conference speaking, or comparable industry standing
Proven experience defining and managing the deployment and operations of Kubernetes infrastructure, including lifecycle management
Strong background in distributed systems, cloud platforms, or infrastructure software
Demonstrated ability to set objectives and approaches on critical assignments with limited information, on a multi-year horizon affecting strategic goals
Excellent written and verbal communication with technical and business audiences
Experience in agile environments using tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, and Figma
U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with and/or expertise in Microsoft Azure Local, including hybrid and disconnected sovereign deployment scenarios
Experience integrating with or supporting partner platforms such as Palantir Foundry and AIP
Experience delivering products for industrial, energy, defense, or public sector customers
Familiarity with containers and cloud-native technologies at scale

Citizenship Requirements

For select roles, due to the nature of our clientele and the technologies involved, there may be specific nationality or citizenship indicated in the required qualifications section. These roles may involve access to sensitive information that is subject to export control regulations or other legal restrictions. In such cases, employment offers will be contingent upon your ability to comply with these requirements.

Compensation

For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.

In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).

Benefits

Competitive base salary and equity
Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
14 paid company holidays per year

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Compensation

$231,564—$289,455 USD

You're a Great Fit if You're

A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge
A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude
Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda
Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.

Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates

Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.