Data & AI Architect

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

The Role

We are seeking a Data & AI Architect to provide deep technical leadership across modern data and AI engagements.

In this role, you will design, build, and guide implementation of enterprise-grade data and AI solutions, ensuring architectural integrity, technical excellence, and successful delivery. You will work closely with senior architects, engineers, and delivery teams to create scalable platforms and AI systems that are both technically sound and aligned with client objectives.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role for someone who thrives in designing complex architectures, mentoring teams, and bridging across data, AI, and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture Design & Technical Leadership

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise data and AI platforms using cloud-native and hybrid architectures.

• Define end-to-end architectures that span data ingestion, storage, processing, analytics, ML/AI, and governance.

• Establish architectural standards, patterns, and reference models for data modernization and AI enablement.

• Provide technical direction and mentorship to data engineers, ML engineers, and solution developers.

Data Platform Engineering

• Design and oversee modern data platforms using technologies such as Databricks, Snowflake, Synapse, BigQuery, and Azure Data Lake.

• Define and implement data architectures (data lakehouse, mesh, fabric) optimized for performance, scalability, and governance.

• Lead data integration, pipeline automation, and orchestration using Spark, Data Factory, Glue, or equivalent tools.

• Guide teams on best practices in data quality, metadata management, and lineage.

AI & Machine Learning Architecture

• Architect and implement machine learning and AI systems, including model training, deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management.

• Apply MLOps and LLMOps principles to automate and scale ML/AI workloads.

• Design solutions leveraging Generative AI (LLMs, RAG, fine-tuning) and Agentic AI frameworks for intelligent automation and decisioning.

• Integrate AI models with enterprise systems and APIs securely and efficiently.

Cross-Technology Integration & Oversight

• Provide technical oversight across multiple technology domains — data engineering, cloud infrastructure, AI/ML, APIs, and security.

• Collaborate with infrastructure and cloud teams to ensure robust, secure, and compliant deployments.

• Lead troubleshooting and performance optimization for complex distributed systems.

Innovation & Enablement

• Evaluate emerging tools and architectures in AI, data, and automation to continuously improve solutions and delivery approaches.

• Create reusable frameworks, accelerators, and best practices to enhance delivery efficiency.

• Mentor technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation, quality, and collaboration.

Who You Are

Required Experience & Skills

• 8+ years of experience designing and implementing data and AI solutions in enterprise or consulting environments.

• Proven expertise building cloud-native data platforms on Azure, AWS, or GCP.

• Strong hands-on experience with:

  Data engineering: Spark, Databricks, Snowflake, Synapse, BigQuery, or Redshift.

  Data orchestration & integration: Airflow, Data Factory, Glue, or similar.

  ML/AI technologies: Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, Azure ML, SageMaker, Vertex AI.

  Generative AI: LLM integration, RAG, vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, FAISS), prompt engineering.

  MLOps/LLMOps frameworks: MLflow, Kubeflow, or similar.

• Strong foundation in data architecture, governance, and security best practices.

• Demonstrated ability to lead or oversee technical delivery teams and ensure architectural consistency across projects.

• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across disciplines and technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in one or more cloud platforms (Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Data Analytics, or GCP Professional Data Engineer).

• Experience integrating data and AI platforms with enterprise applications and APIs.

• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field.

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.