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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.\nThe Role\nYour role\nAt Kyndryl, we design, build, manage, and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. As an Application Architect, you will play a key role in helping our customers accelerate their digital transformation journeys by designing modern, scalable, and secure application architectures across Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and hybrid cloud environments.\nYou will bring together your expertise in application architecture, cloud-native technologies, and modernization strategies to help organizations evolve from legacy systems to innovative, future-ready platforms. Working alongside a global community of architects, engineers, and consultants, you will shape technology solutions that drive meaningful business outcomes.\nThis is an opportunity to work at the intersection of business and technology, influencing strategic decisions and delivering solutions that create lasting value for our customers.\nWhat you will do\nDrive Application Modernization\nDefine and execute application modernization strategies aligned with business goals.\n\nAssess current environments and recommend transformation solutions using Azure, AWS, and cloud-native technologies.\n\nPartner with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives and shape architectural direction.\n\nDesign Cloud Solutions\nArchitect scalable, secure, and resilient applications across Azure, AWS, and hybrid cloud environments.\n\nDevelop solution blueprints, integration frameworks, and reference architectures.\n\nLeverage modern technologies including microservices, APIs, containers, Kubernetes, serverless, and DevSecOps.\n\nProvide Technical Leadership\nGuide development teams on architecture best practices and modernization approaches.\n\nConduct architecture reviews and ensure adherence to enterprise standards.\n\nMentor engineers and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.\n\nCollaborate & Govern\nWork with business and technology teams to translate requirements into effective solutions.\n\nEnsure architecture aligns with security, compliance, and operational objectives.\n\nMaintain key architecture artifacts, standards, and technical documentation while promoting knowledge sharing across Kyndryl.\n\nImprovements\nReduced content by approximately 40% while retaining all core responsibilities.\n\nConsolidated overlapping points to improve readability.\n\nShifted to a more concise, action-oriented Kyndryl style focused on impact and outcomes.\n\nYour Future at Kyndryl \nEvery position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from a Junior Architect to Principal Architect - we have opportunities for that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms.\nWho You Are\nYou’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.\nRequired skills and experience\nProven experience as an Application Architect, Solution Architect, or Enterprise Architect in large-scale enterprise environments.\n\nStrong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud platforms.\n\nExpertise in application modernization, cloud migration, and cloud-native architecture design.\n\nExperience with microservices, APIs, containers (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift), and integration technologies.\n\nStrong understanding of DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and automation practices.\n\nKnowledge of security, scalability, performance optimization, and resilience design principles.\n\nExcellent stakeholder management, communication, and consulting skills.\n\nAbility to bridge business needs and technical solutions in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.\n\nPreferred skills and experience\nExperience in Application, Solution, or Cloud Architecture.\nStrong hands-on expertise in Azure and/or AWS.\nKnowledge of application modernization, microservices, APIs, containers, and Kubernetes.\nExperience with DevOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code.\nRelevant cloud certifications (Azure, AWS, TOGAF) preferred.\nStrong stakeholder management and communication skills.\nBeing You\nThe “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.\nWhat You Can Expect\nYour 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. \nFrom 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.\nWe’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. \nWe want you to thrive here-and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? 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