Data Engineer
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
Job Description
Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Then there’s a good chance you will love being a part of our Data Engineer team at Kyndryl, where you will be able to see the immediate value of your work.
As an Data Engineer at Kyndryl, you’ll be the architect behind the high-performance data infrastructure that powers our autonomous systems. We aren't just moving tables; we’re building the real-time pipelines that allow agentic AI to reason over the world’s most complex enterprise environments.
Using design documentation and functional programming specifications, you will be responsible for implementing identified components. You will ensure that implemented components are appropriately documented, unit-tested, and ready for integration into the final product. You will have the opportunity to architect the solution, test the code, and deploy and build a CI/CD pipeline for it.
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.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
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 Skills and Experience
Minimum 7 years exp required.
Python: Strong Python skills for developing and maintaining data pipelines; writes clean, efficient, and testable code.
Data Engineering: Experience with data pipelines, ingestion processes, SQL, and data modeling.
AWS: Hands-on with AWS services such as IAM, S3, Glue, Lambda, RDS, Firehose, EventBridge, and CloudWatch; understands distributed data systems.
CI/CD: Experience with Jenkins, GitLab, and deployment workflows.
Problem Solving: Skilled in troubleshooting using logs and documentation; solution-oriented mindset.
Ownership: Delivers tasks end-to-end, works independently, and escalates when needed.
Communication: Provides clear updates and collaborates effectively with teams.
Quality Focus: Validates outputs, tests pipelines, and ensures high-quality deliverables.
Infrastructure & Security: Experience with Terraform, tfsec, and infrastructure security best practices.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Data Platforms: Experience with Teradata and/or Starburst.
Data Integration: Familiarity with Fivetran, Salesforce, and API-based integrations.
Operations: Experience monitoring AWS environments and incident management.
Optimization: Understanding of cloud cost optimization and performance tuning.
Scala: Exposure to Scala for data processing and pipeline development.
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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