Application Delivery Manager
1 month ago• Flexible / Remote
Rome, Italy
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.
Kyndryl is seeking an Application Delivery Manager with a strong foundation in application development and testing and a passion for delivering robust, cloud-based applications. In this role, you will lead cross-functional teams through the solutioning, planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects, ensuring that every release meets the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance.
You will leverage your expertise in testing methodologies, automation frameworks, and defect management to define technical solutions and delivery strategies. By establishing and scaling a Software Factory-including people, processes, and tools- you will drive efficiency and quality across the software development lifecycle.
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As a delivery leader, you will:
- Advise, analyze, and support Clients in analyzing, modernizing, and developing digital solutions by gathering requirements from stakeholders and translating them into functional and non-functional specifications, combining knowledge of industry processes (banking and insurance primarily) and application development skills.
- Define the Application Architecture, including custom, software or package-based solutions and application integration, designing cutting-edge software frameworks, systems, and products that will set the standard for the industry, and identifying and resolving any framework design weaknesses.
- Define project scope, timelines, and staffing plans for the end-to-end application development cycle.
- Technically lead the application development team, perform design and code reviews, and ensure that uniform enterprise-wide application design standards are maintained.
- Coordinate engineering and test squads to ensure features are thoroughly tested (functional, integration, system) before release.
- Oversee the automation of test suites for regression, scalability, and performance testing, tracking and managing defects, risks, and dependencies to maintain delivery momentum.
- Ensure seamless integration and release readiness with close collaboration with the Infrastructure teams.
Your ability to see the product from the end user's perspective will be key in delivering solutions that are not only technically sound but also user-centric.
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 major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking and insurance to retail, automotive and public sector. We will expect that you will bring industry expertise and will grow this industry-driven expertise within our company.
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 Expertise
- 8+ years of architectural experience and leading the delivery of complex software solutions for large enterprise clients, across both traditional waterfall and agile environments.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design through testing, deployment, and post-release support.
- Track record of successfully managing the development and release of complex features for web-based enterprise applications, including oversight of automated UI, CLI, and API testing.
- Proven expertise in quality assurance practices, with a deep understanding of testing standards, tools, and technologies to ensure robust and scalable software delivery and hands-on experience with automation frameworks.
- Extensive knowledge of Financial Services client contexts and processes (Banking and/or Insurance), working on digital transformation projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, applied to risk mitigation, defect resolution, and continuous improvement of delivery processes
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, fostering alignment between engineering, QA, infrastructure, and business stakeholders
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
- Strong grasp of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring alignment between technical execution and business objectives throughout planning, development, testing, and release phases.
- Proficiency in DevSecOps topics with the ability to guide teams in integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines for efficient testing and deployment.
- Proven knowledge of other industries, client contexts, and processes (e.g., industrial, automotive, retail, utilities, public sector) working on digital transformation projects.
- Professional Certifications in Project Management and/or in Enterprise Architecture governance and design.
- Other technological certifications.
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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Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote, Rome, Italy
Job ID: Kyndryl-R-40182
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-01T11:37:03
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion