India, July 20 -- Andy Byron has resigned as CEO of Astronomer just days after a viral kiss cam moment involving the company's Head of HR, Kristin Cabot, sparked speculation about an alleged affair.

The resignation was announced Saturday in an official company statement.

"As stated previously, Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met," the company said.

"Andy Byron has tendered his resignation, and the Board of Directors has accepted. The Board will begin a search for our next Chief Executive as Cofounder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy continues to serve as inter...