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
Seeking an Expert in Application Architecture and Design
Are you highly skilled in application architecture and design?
Are you passionate about developing cutting-edge, innovative software solutions?
If so, we have the perfect position for you.
As an Application Architect, you will be responsible for designing advanced software frameworks, systems, and products that set new standards in the industry.
You will leverage your deep technical expertise to build system interfaces and business application prototypes, while identifying and resolving architectural design challenges.
You will also provide technical leadership to the application development team, conduct design and code reviews, and help maintain consistent enterprise-wide application design standards.
Additionally, you will collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure that the architecture aligns with business requirements and supports the successful achievement of project goals.
Your expertise in designing key components of application architecture—such as user interfaces, middleware, and infrastructure—will be essential as you create and maintain documentation related to software architecture, design processes, component integration, testing guidelines, and other critical elements.
Your Future at Kyndryl
At Kyndryl, we offer a clear career path from Junior Architect to Principal Architect.
You’ll gain hands-on experience, continuous learning opportunities, and the chance to earn certifications across all four major platforms—opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.
Join us in shaping the future of software design and take your career to the next level.
Who You Are
You are highly skilled in your area of expertise and have the solid experience to back it up.
Equally important, you possess a growth mindset—a proactive attitude toward continuous learning and career development.
We welcome individuals who are committed to personal growth and lifelong learning.
You are customer-focused, always prioritizing customer success in your work.
You are also open and collaborative, naturally inclusive in how you work with others across teams and functions.
Required Technical and Professional Experience
Experience in architectural design for large-scale customer transformation projects
- Deep knowledge of hardware and software, including hands-on experience with cross-platform connectivity
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
The Open Group Master Certified Architect (or equivalent certification)
- Hands-on experience working in a mainframe environment
- Experience with the following types of mainframe projects:
- Modernise On
- Integrate With
- Move Off
- Strong understanding of z/OS, IBM software products, and third-party mainframe software
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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What We Do
We have the world’s best talent that design, run, and manage the most advanced and reliable technology infrastructure each day. Together, we think holistically about the health of these vital technology ecosystems.
We are a focused, independent company that builds on our foundation of excellence by creating systems in new ways. Bringing in the right partners, investing in our business, and working side-by-side with our customers to unlock potential. We're raising the bar.
Our experience speaks for itself: We have 90,000 highly skilled employees around the world serving 75 of the Fortune 100. But our purpose is what drives us: Advancing the vital systems that power human progress. Because when a digital ecosystem is healthy, it can more readily adapt and support continuous growth and that opens up a world of possibility for everyone.
