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
We’re looking for exceptional talent to join our AI Agentic Innovation Hub at Kyndryl!
Job Description
As Lead AI Architect at Kyndryl’s AI Innovation Hub, you’ll be at the core of one of the most ambitious and transformative technological initiatives — designing and guiding the technical architecture behind next-generation AI and Agentic AI global solutions.
You’ll shape scalable, secure, and high-performance ecosystems that turn complex business goals into robust, enterprise-grade systems. Acting as both a visionary and a guardian of technical excellence, you’ll define the standards that drive reliability, innovation, and responsible AI across the Hub.
This is a leadership role for those who combine architectural mastery with a builder’s mindset — who understand that great AI systems are not only powerful, but elegant, traceable, and sustainable. You will have the opportunity to work with the most advanced and powerful technologies, and to collaborate closely with some of the most recognized professionals like data scientists, ML engineers, and business leaders to create architectures that deliver measurable impact while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in next-generation intelligent systems.
Your Mission
Lead the design and evolution of end-to-end AI and Agentic AI architectures that enable innovation at enterprise scale.
Shape the Hub’s technical vision, translating strategic objectives into coherent, high-impact architectures.
Act as a technical authority, ensuring quality, scalability, and security are embedded into every solution.
Guide multidisciplinary teams — from data scientists to engineers — toward architectural excellence and delivery of real business value.
Bridge the gap between business strategy and technology, ensuring every initiative aligns with both innovation and operational goals.
Foster a culture of technical rigor, creativity, and responsible AI, where emerging technologies are tested, adopted, and turned into value.
Collaborate with leadership to define the technological roadmap of the Hub and ensure alignment with global best practices in AI engineering.
Mentor and inspire others, creating an environment where ideas evolve into architectures that shape the future of enterprise AI.
Who You Are
Essential Qualifications
7+ years of experience designing and delivering large-scale AI or ML architectures in complex enterprise environments.
Proven ability to design and implement end-to-end AI ecosystems — from data pipelines and model training to deployment and monitoring.
Deep knowledge of AI and ML architectures, cloud-native solutions, and/or distributed systems.
Expertise in at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, GCP) and associated AI platforms (e.g., Azure ML, Vertex AI, OpenShift AI, Databricks).
Solid understanding of MLOps frameworks (MLflow, Kubeflow, Airflow) and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).
Familiarity with multi-agent frameworks (LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen, Google ADK) and RAG architectures (LangChain, LlamaIndex).
Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to drive architectural direction and influence cross-functional technical teams.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or related technical field.
Advanced studies (Master’s or PhD) in AI, Machine Learning, or Cloud Architecture are highly valued.
Professional certifications in cloud architectures (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and MLOps frameworks are a strong plus.
Continuous learning mindset with proven commitment to staying current on emerging AI and Agentic AI technologies.
Preferred Skills
Experience designing hybrid or federated architectures integrating LLMs, APIs, and enterprise data sources.
Knowledge of observability, monitoring, and FinOps best practices in AI workloads.
Hands-on experience with vector databases, semantic search, or LLM optimization techniques.
Exposure to edge AI or on-premise AI deployments in regulated industries.
Strong foundation in data governance, security, and regulatory compliance (GDPR, EU AI Act, Responsible AI principles).
Strong presentation and storytelling skills to articulate architectural visions to both technical and executive audiences.
Passion for exploring emerging AI technologies, assessing their maturity, and driving their adoption in real-world scenarios.
Proven track record mentoring teams and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams, ensuring alignment between innovation, performance, and compliance.
Knowledge of Responsible AI frameworks, data governance, and AI observability.
Soft Skills
Strong communication and synthesis skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Translational mindset — capable of understanding functional and business needs and converting them into actionable, scalable technical solutions.
Analytical and structured thinking, with a focus on solving complex problems through robust, pragmatic architectures.
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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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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.
