Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Are you a mastermind when it comes to software architecture and design? Do you have a passion for developing innovative software solutions that are ahead of the curve? If so, we have the perfect role for you. 

As an Application/Software Architect, you'll be responsible for designing cutting-edge software frameworks, systems, and products that will set the standard for the industry. You'll use your extensive technical knowledge to conceive system interfaces and business application prototypes, while also identifying and resolving any framework design weaknesses.

You’ll use your technical expertise to provide technical leadership to the application development team, perform design and code reviews, and ensure that uniform enterprise-wide application design standards are maintained. You'll also collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure that the architecture is aligned with business requirements, making sure that the project meets its goals.

Your expertise in designing major aspects of the architecture of an application, including components such as user interface, middleware, and infrastructure, will be put to use as you create and maintain documentation surrounding the software architecture, application design processes, component integration, testing guidelines, and other key elements.

Your Future at Kyndryl
Every 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. Join us in revolutionizing the world of software design and take your career to the next level.

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

Exposure to application integrations, API Architecture, and private Cloud – VMWare and knowledge of public Cloud – Azure / AWS.

Knowledge of integration products like IBM IIB, IBM Gateway, Google Apigee, Microsoft Azure etc.

Knowledge and experience of Red Hat® 3scale API Management.

Ability to connect dots, conceptualize and design API architecture from strategic and enterprise perspective.

Ability to understand, discuss and question business requirements, current solutions.

Ability to re-architect monolithic applications to API / Microservices based architecture.

Strong engineering skills and enterprise architecture data skills.

Exposure to application integrations, API microservices architecture.

Strong negotiation skills - design considerations, tools selection, technology conviction, prioritization of features, meeting delivery timelines, influencing business stakeholders, challenging teams.

Expertise in designing and implementing API based platforms and architecture for similar scale and domain organizations.

Preferably the candidate should have working / hands-on experience with Enterprise Architecture (EA) tools like Mega Hopex, Avolution ABACUS, Planview, Orbus iServer, etc

Job Profile

Set up technical standards and governance structure for the enterprise.

To provide technology architecture expertise and guidance across multiple business divisions & technology domains.

Assist business strategy and accordingly drive technology strategy from an architecture perspective.

Setting up technical standards, formulation of Enterprise Architecture (EA) Governance Framework.

Driving technology strategy from an architecture perspective, across a portfolio of applications in the Bank, for resource optimization and Risk mitigation.

Translating business requirements into specific system, application or process designs, including working with business personnel and executives to identify functional requirements.

Define/ maintain Target Architectures in Roadmaps.

Lead and/or assist efforts to scope and architect major change programs, leading strategic options analysis & proposing end-to-end solutions & highlighting trade-offs.

Review ongoing designs of major programs to identify strategic opportunities and resolve design issues during delivery.

Identify key technology enablers to optimize IT investment.

Develop highly complex solutions that exemplifies quality optimization regarding reliability, availability, scalability, manageability, flexibility, usability/ reusability, and high performance.

Deliver Architecture solutions in a Banking environment at the highest-level technical expertise.

Lead other IT Architects to provide effective consulting on complex projects including RFP technical evaluations for various business domain.

Lead multifunctional teams in successful application of methodologies and architecture modelling tools.

As an architect the person would be responsible for suggestion and implementation of new technologies.

Collaborate with key stakeholders in IT infra domain, IT-vendors, and other architects to achieve enterprise business goals.

Designs and implements the overall vision, strategy, and standards for APIs within an organization.

Design and implement scalable and secure API architectures.

Define API standards, guidelines, and best practices for development teams.

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into API solutions.

Evaluate existing API infrastructure and recommend improvements.

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.

Ensure API solutions adhere to security, performance, and reliability standards.

Stay updated with emerging API technologies and industry trends.

Conduct technical reviews and present architectural proposals to stakeholders.

Educational Qualification

BE/ BTech in (Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/ Software Engineering/ Electronics & Communications Engineering or equivalent degree in relevant discipline) or MCA or MTech/ MSc in (Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/ Electronic & Communications Engineering) from recognized University/ Institute.

Desirable:

MBA as an additional qualification is preferred

Total Experience

Minimum 12 years post basic qualification in IT field

Experience in relevant architecture field Minimum 5 years in any architectural functions with minimum 2 years of API Architecture preferably in Banking / Financial Sector.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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