Senior Cloud Consultant

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

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Consultant with a strong Enterprise Architect mindset to lead and deliver cloud modernization and transformation initiatives for large, complex enterprise environments.

This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, enterprise architecture, and cloud delivery , enabling organizations to modernize legacy platforms, adopt cloud-native operating models, and realize measurable business outcomes. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor and architecture leader , shaping cloud transformation roadmaps while guiding execution across multi-disciplinary teams.

The role requires deep experience in enterprise-scale cloud architecture, modernization programs, operating model transformation, and financial governance (FinOps) , with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate strategy into actionable architectures and delivery plans.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture & Cloud Transformation Leadership

Act as Enterprise Architecture lead for cloud modernization and transformation programs, ensuring alignment between business strategy, IT strategy, and execution.

Define target-state cloud architectures (multi-cloud / hybrid), including application, data, infrastructure, security, and integration domains.

Lead legacy modernization strategies , including re-host, re-platform, refactor, re-architect, and cloud-native adoption.

Establish architecture principles, standards, and guardrails to guide scalable and secure cloud adoption.

Ensure architectural alignment across portfolios, platforms, and delivery teams.

Cloud Strategy, Modernization & Advisory

Lead cloud strategy and modernization assessments, including :

Current-state architecture analysis

Cloud readiness and application rationalization

Migration and modernization roadmaps

Business case, ROI, and TCO modeling

Advise clients on cloud operating models , governance, platform teams, and product-centric delivery.

Provide FinOps and cloud economics guidance , embedding financial accountability into architecture and delivery decisions.

Support regulatory, security, and risk considerations across industries and geographies.

Transformation Delivery Enablement

Bridge strategy-to-execution , ensuring smooth transition from advisory to delivery.

Partner with delivery, platform, and engineering teams to :

Translate architecture into epics, backlogs, and execution plans

Resolve complex architectural and transformation challenges

Govern architecture through delivery lifecycle

Serve as escalation point for architectural risks, trade-offs, and decision-making.

Ensure cloud modernization programs deliver measurable business and technology outcomes .

Client Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

Build trusted relationships with CXOs, CIOs, CTOs, Chief Architects, and senior business leaders .

Lead executive workshops, architecture reviews, and transformation planning sessions.

Communicate complex architectural concepts in clear, business-oriented language .

Act as a long-term advisor on enterprise modernization and cloud evolution.

Practice & Capability Development

Contribute to the evolution of enterprise cloud architecture frameworks, reference architectures, and modernization accelerators .

Develop reusable assets, playbooks, and points of view for cloud transformation.

Mentor and coach architects and senior consultants in enterprise architecture, cloud strategy, and transformation delivery.

Represent the organization in cloud partner ecosystems (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and industry forums.

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

Qualifications & Experience

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (MBA or Architecture certification preferred).

10+ years of experience in enterprise IT, cloud consulting, or large-scale transformation programs.

Proven experience operating as :

Enterprise Architect

Lead Cloud Architect

Cloud Transformation Lead

Strong expertise in :

Cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Enterprise architecture frameworks and patterns

Cloud migration and modernization strategies

Hybrid and multi-cloud environments

Demonstrated ability to drive complex transformation initiatives from strategy through execution .

Strong executive communication, facilitation, and influencing skills.

Preferred

Experience with large Global System Integrators or top-tier consulting firms .

Certifications such as :

AWS / Azure / GCP Architect

TOGAF or equivalent EA framework

FinOps Practitioner

Experience with :

Platform engineering and product operating models

DevSecOps and cloud-native architectures

Regulated industries (FS, Public Sector, Healthcare, Telecom)

Exposure to organizational change management and IT operating model transformation.

Success Profile

Enterprise Architect Mindset : Thinks in systems, platforms, and long-term enterprise outcomes.

Transformation Leader : Comfortable owning ambiguity and leading complex modernization journeys.

Strategic-to-Execution Connector : Turns strategy into executable architectures and delivery plans.

Trusted Advisor : Builds credibility with executives and delivery teams alike.

Outcome-Focused : Measures success through business impact, modernization progress, and value realization.

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.