"As stated previously, Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding," the company said in a statement posted on LinkedIn at the time.

Kristin Cabot, the chief people officer of Astronomer, has resigned, the company confirmed to CNN Thursday.

“I would say she’s just about certain to be removed from her position, because how can you have someone in HR who is having an affair with the CEO imposing or making disciplinary decisions over any o...