Enterprise IT Architect - Data

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world's leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

Are you an experienced Enterprise IT Architect looking for an exciting opportunity to shape the future of software development? Look no further than Kyndryl, where you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact as you lead the design and development of cutting-edge software applications. As a Software Engineering Architect at Kyndryl, you will be responsible for leading the charge in creating technical blueprints, defining product/solution architecture, and developing the technical specifications for our projects. You'll be a key player in integrating the features of our software applications into a cohesive and functioning system.

This role is responsible for shaping and owning the enterprise data platform architecture across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments. It focuses on modernizing and consolidating data engineering, analytics, BI, data science, and AI/ML platforms while establishing scalable, secure, governed, and reusable architecture patterns. The role also enables a future-ready data foundation to support Dataiku-based analytics, AI/ML workflows, Agentic AI use cases, and regulatory reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Define enterprise data platform strategy, target-state architecture, roadmaps, standards, and reusable reference patterns.
• Rationalize and modernize legacy/overlapping tools such as SAP BODS, Oracle Data Integrator, BusinessObjects, Qlik, Power BI, MicroStrategy, and multiple Dataiku instances.
• Architect robust data pipelines for batch, API-based, event-driven, and cloud-native data integration.
• Design scalable data engineering patterns using SQL, Python, ETL/ELT, APIs, data warehouse, data lake, and cloud-native services.
• Enable data science and AI/ML workflows including Dataiku, model lifecycle, feature engineering, model monitoring, traceability, and explainability.
• Define architecture for governed Agentic AI capabilities that consume trusted enterprise data and integrate with business/workflow systems.
• Establish data governance standards for data quality, lineage, metadata, access control, privacy, retention, auditability, and compliance.
• Drive cloud adoption through Azure landing zone-aligned data architecture, Azure-native monitoring, automation, and security controls.
• Embed DevSecOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, golden paths, and self-service patterns for data platform delivery.
• Partner with data engineers, data scientists, application teams, security architects, cloud architects, and business stakeholders.

As a valued member of our team, you will provide work estimates for assigned development work, and guide features, functional objectives, or technologies being built for interested parties. Your contributions will have a significant impact on our products' success, and you will be part of a team that is passionate about innovation, creativity, and excellence. Above all else, you will have the freedom to drive innovation and take ownership of your work while honing your problem-solving, collaboration, and automation skills. Together, we can make a difference in the world of cloud-based managed services.

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Experience

• 15-18+ years of experience in data architecture, enterprise architecture, data engineering, analytics, or cloud platform architecture.
• 10+ years in a senior architect or enterprise architect role leading complex data platform transformation initiatives.
• Proven experience designing enterprise-scale data platforms across on-premises, hybrid, and Azure cloud environments.
• Strong experience in data platform modernization, tool rationalization, cloud migration, governance, and operating model transformation.
• Experience in regulated industries such as banking, financial services, insurance, or other compliance-heavy environments.
• Strong stakeholder management, architecture governance, technical leadership, and mentoring capabilities.
• Data Engineering: SQL, Python, ETL/ELT, APIs, batch processing, data pipelines, data quality, metadata, and lineage.
• Cloud & Azure: Azure Landing Zone, Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Azure Resource Graph, Azure Policy, Azure Automation, Logic Apps, Functions, and Azure DevOps.
• Databases: Oracle, Oracle ExaCC, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB.
• Analytics & BI: Power BI, MicroStrategy, BusinessObjects, QlikView, Qlik Sense, and enterprise reporting platforms.
• Data Science & AI/ML: Dataiku, AI/ML workflows, predictive analytics, model lifecycle, MLOps concepts, and Agentic AI enablement.
• DevOps & Platform Engineering: GitLab, Jenkins, Terraform, Backstage IDP, CI/CD pipelines, Nexus, Azure Artifacts, and Azure Container Registry.
• Security & Governance: RBAC, encryption, access control, GDPR, auditability, policy-as-code, compliance evidence, and secure-by-design architecture.
• Observability: ELK/Elastic Stack, OpenTelemetry, Azure Monitor, AIOps, Kyndryl Bridge, Zabbix, and ServiceNow integration.
• HOPEX enterprise architecture tool experience

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Certifications such as TOGAF, Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Data Engineer, Azure AI Engineer, or equivalent are preferred.
• Exposure to regulatory requirements such as GDPR, CSSF, ECB, SWIFT, audit controls, and operational resilience is desirable.

Being You

The "Kyn" in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we're excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging - being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team - is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That's The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn't just a job-it's an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health-because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you'll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won't just contribute-you'll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We're here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you'll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You'll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities-from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you'll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here-and we're committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what's next.

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