Enterprise & Application Architect
4 days ago• Bangkok, Thailand
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 Application Architect is responsible for defining, governing, and assuring the end-to-end application architecture for a Smart Building / Smart District ecosystem. This role ensures that diverse building systems, IoT platforms, command center applications, analytics tools, and customer-facing applications are cohesively designed, integrated, secure, scalable, and aligned to business and operational outcomes. The Application Architect acts as the architectural bridge between business stakeholders, subsystem vendors, integration teams, and operations, ensuring a consistent and future-ready application landscape.
Key Responsibilities
1. Application Architecture & Design
- Define the overall application architecture for the Smart Building ecosystem, covering:
- Command & Control systems (District Command Center, PSOC, NOC)
- Building systems (BMS, FAS, Access Control, Parking, Elevators)
- IoT platforms and device management
- Video, analytics, and digital twin platforms
- Analytics, dashboards, and reporting platforms
- Mobile and customer-facing applications
- Develop logical and physical application architecture diagrams, including:
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- Application interaction views
- Data flow and event flow views
- Deployment and environment views
2. Architectural oversight across (but not limited to):
- Building & Facility Systems
- Building Management System (BMS)
- Fire Alarm System (FAS)
- Parking, payment channels, turnstiles, elevator access & visitor management
- Access control and biometric/facial recognition onboarding systems
- Command & Control
- District Command Center (DCC)
- Dock scheduler
- Contact Center, PSOC, NOC applications
- Physical command center systems and software
- IoT & Smart Infrastructure
- IoT platforms (e.g., AlphaX IoT Platform)
- Smart meters and meter data management
- Smart poles and integrated devices
- IoT sensors (multiple vendors)
- Device onboarding, lifecycle, and firmware management
- Video & Analytics
- CCTV cameras and Video Management Systems (VMS)
- Video analytics platforms (e.g., SenseTime)
- Building and operational analytics platforms (e.g., Honeywell Forge)
- Data, Analytics & Digital Twin
- Digital Twin platforms
- Data ingestion and integration pipelines
- BI and analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI)
- Operational and management dashboards
- Customer & Operations Applications
- Mobile applications for customers and operations
- Location-based services, district maps, directory and wayfinding
- Retail directory and wayfinding solutions
- Room reservation portals and end-user computing systems
3. Integration Alignment (Strong Collaboration with Integration Architect)
- Work closely with Integration Architects to ensure:
- APIs, events, and data interfaces are consistent and reusable
- Applications are loosely coupled and avoid point-to-point dependencies
- Validate application readiness for:
- API-based integration
- Event-driven architectures
- Real-time and near-real-time data consumption
- Ensure applications can integrate with:
- SAP and enterprise systems
- Metering and billing platforms
- Security, identity, and access management systems
4. Governance & Vendor Coordination
- Provide architectural governance over:
- Subsystem vendors (L2/L3 vendors)
- Application customization and configuration
- Review and approve:
- Application designs
- Functional specifications
- Vendor solution architectures
- Ensure adherence to:
- Architectural standards
- Security and compliance requirements
- Performance, availability, and scalability targets
5. Security, Resilience & Operations Readiness
- Ensure applications are designed for:
- High availability and resilience
- Secure access and data protection
- Role-based access control and auditability
- Align application design with:
- Cybersecurity platforms and SOC requirements
- Monitoring, observability, and incident management tools
- Support transition to operations, including:
- Application runbooks
- Support models (L1/L2/L3)
- SLA and KPI alignment
Technical & Architectural Skills
- Strong experience as an Application Architect or Solution Architect in:
- Smart buildings
- Smart cities
- Large-scale IoT or operational technology (OT) environments
- Hands-on knowledge of:
- BMS, VMS, access control, and building systems
- IoT platforms and device management
- Analytics and dashboard platforms
- Mobile and web application architectures
- Experience with:
- API-first and event-driven architectures
- Microservices and modular application design
- Cloud, on-prem, and hybrid deployments
Governance & Stakeholder Skills
- Experience working with:
- Multiple subsystem vendors
- Master systems integrators
- Operations and facilities teams
- Strong ability to:
- Translate business and operational requirements into application designs
- Communicate architecture decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Govern vendor deliverables without stifling innovation
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from a Junior Architect to Principal Architect - we have opportunities for that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms.
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
- 7 to 10 years strong experience as an Application Architect or Solution Architect in:
- Smart buildings
- Smart cities
- Large-scale IoT or operational technology (OT) environments
- Hands-on knowledge of:
- BMS, VMS, access control, and building systems
- IoT platforms and device management
- Analytics and dashboard platforms
- Mobile and web application architectures
- Experience with:
- API-first and event-driven architectures
- Microservices and modular application design
- Cloud, on-prem, and hybrid deployments
Governance & Stakeholder Skills
- Experience working with:
- Multiple subsystem vendors
- Master systems integrators
- Operations and facilities teams
- Strong ability to:
- Translate business and operational requirements into application designs
- Communicate architecture decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Govern vendor deliverables without stifling innovation
Preferred Qualifications
- Thai and English fluency
- Experience in large mixed-use developments (commercial, retail, residential, transport)
- Exposure to district-level command centers or city operations
- Familiarity with:
- TOGAF or equivalent EA frameworks
- Smart city reference architectures
- IT/OT convergence environments
- Experience in ASEAN or large public-private infrastructure projects is a strong advantage
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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Client-provided location(s): Bangkok, Thailand
Job ID: Kyndryl-R-56839
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-02-10T18:35:07
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Mental Health Benefits
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Stock Purchase Program
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program