Who We AreAt 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 RoleYour RoleAs an Infrastructure Architect, you will serve as a key technical link between Kyndryl and its clients, providing leadership throughout the project lifecycle. You will collaborate with client stakeholders, governance teams, project executives, delivery teams, and vendors to understand business and technical requirements, define appropriate solutions, and ensure successful delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
As an Infrastructure Architect, you'll draw upon the full breadth of your talent and experience. This is a technical leadership role, so we want you to bring your vision, knowledge, and leadership to each project. To the client, you're the subject matter expert - consulting early, gathering inputs, understanding what they need from our solution. You define what Kyndryl can do to meet this solution. You design the best solution for the job. And finally, you're the tech leader for implementation.
At Kyndryl we support all major cloud platforms, so you'll get the chance to use everything you know - and then some. You'll also become expert at knowing when and how to call on other SMEs outside your wheelhouse. Thinking your way around pre-existing limitations will grow your creativity and flexibility. You'll learn a lot here, and if you want to work toward certifications there are plenty of opportunities. The rewards for all this are many. You'll get to influence, create, and deliver something from start to finish. You will have the power to delight our clients.
What You Will Do- Design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot Microsoft Azure infrastructure and application platforms, including Virtual Networks, NSGs, routing, private endpoints, DNS, gateways, App Services, AKS, Azure SQL Server, and Azure SQL Database.
- Develop and maintain automation and CI/CD pipelines using PowerShell, Bash/Shell scripting, Python, Azure DevOps, and YAML for efficient application and infrastructure deployments.
- Build reusable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using ARM templates and Azure Bicep, ensuring cloud environments are scalable, secure, repeatable, and consistently configured.
- Implement DevOps and DevSecOps best practices, including Desired State Configuration, shift-left security/testing, configuration management, automated validation, monitoring, logging, and cloud security controls.
- Collaborate with application, infrastructure, security, database, and architecture teams to automate operational processes, troubleshoot complex Azure/AKS/networking issues, improve platform reliability, and maintain technical documentation and runbooks.
Your future at KyndrylThis role opens the door to many career paths, both vertical and horizontal, and there may be opportunity to travel. It's a great chance for database administrators or other techs to break into the cloud. It's also a solid path to become enterprise or chief architect or a distinguished engineer! Whatever you see for yourself, you'll find the opportunity here.
Who You AreYou'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 Qualifications- Minimum 6+ years of relevant experience in DevOps, Cloud, Platform, or Infrastructure Engineering, with strong hands-on expertise in Microsoft Azure enterprise environments.
- Strong experience with Azure networking, including Virtual Networks, subnets, NSGs, routing, gateways, DNS, network segmentation, private/public connectivity, IP addressing, CIDR, TLS/SSL, and secure network communication.
- Hands-on experience with Azure App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, along with working knowledge of T-SQL and SQL troubleshooting.
- Strong automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) expertise using PowerShell, Bash/Shell, Python, ARM templates, Azure Bicep, and Azure DevOps YAML pipelines for CI/CD and infrastructure deployments.
- Solid understanding of DevOps and DevSecOps practices, including Desired State Configuration, shift-left methodologies, cloud security, Git/Azure DevOps Repos, branching, merging, pull requests, code reviews, and strong troubleshooting across applications, pipelines, networking, and cloud infrastructure.
Preferred Qualifications- Hands-on experience managing production-grade Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments, Docker/containerization, Azure security controls, Managed Identities, Service Principals, Azure Key Vault, RBAC, and least-privilege access models.
- Experience with Azure monitoring and observability tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights, with a strong focus on platform reliability, security, and operational excellence.
- Strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code and automation, including reusable Azure Bicep modules, standardized deployment patterns, and clean, scalable, maintainable automation solutions.
- Experience integrating security, quality, and compliance controls into CI/CD pipelines, with knowledge of blue-green, rolling, and canary deployment strategies.
- Strong troubleshooting, ownership, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to work effectively in Agile/Scrum environments and collaborate across development, infrastructure, security, database, and architecture teams from solution design through production support.
Being YouThe "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 ExpectYour 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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