Database Modernization Architect

Who We Are

Kyndryl is a market leader that thinks and acts like a start-up. 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

Your analytical and creative mindset will be put to the test as you anticipate trends, stay up-to-date on leading technology, and participate in Kyndryl's architectural boards. Your expertise will guide functional objectives and technologies, and you'll be a driving force in evaluating, identifying, and developing software solutions.

In addition to your technical prowess, you'll also be a strong leader and communicator, able to train and oversee the activities of our development team. You'll foster a collaborative environment and work closely with Marketing Managers, Product Managers, Programmers, and Engineers to ensure our software solutions are meeting the needs of our business and our customers.

This is a rare opportunity to work with some of the most talented minds in the industry and be part of an innovative company that is leading the way in software development. If you're ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact in the world of software engineering, we want to hear from you.

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 customers in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. 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
- Work experience: 10 - 15 years
- Role description
- Leads Consulting and Technical solutions / Technical Presales Engagement
- Leads delivery and customer projects as Database Migration Specialist
- Offering & capabilities development

**Responsibilities**:
- As a consultant, engage with clients to
- Define the approach and plan for database modernization and migration-
- Provide architectural leadership to Solution Architects to deliver thoughtful IT solutions in the area of database to the business-
As database architect for project delivery
Understand current state database design and recommend target state database design for Public and Private cloud-
- Work with Stakeholders to gather, review and validate requirements (technical and business, analyze on-premises database environments (Relational, Non-Relational - NoSQL, Graph), plan and migrate them to target database engine (Open-Source, Cloud Native, DBaaS)-
- Create standard delivery artifacts (migration document, diagrams, run books, backup/recovery plans, etc.) and execute migration and modernization of databasesCreate entity relationship diagrams, develop database physical and logical models, and setup and configure databases.Develops and implements database deliverables, such as conceptual designs, logical designs, and capacity planning, external data interface specifications, data loading plans, data maintenance plans, and security policies.-
- Creates, maintains and implements database best practices and standards to comply with applicable regulations; reviews, writes and maintains database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata).-
- Develop and manage database stored procedures, functions and batch programs.Understanding and ability to participate in all phases of the SDLC including requirements gathering, business analysis, configuration management and quality control desired.In Offering and capability development -
- Create database migration and modernization offerings based on market demand and develop delivery capabilities for its execution.-
- Define reference architecture for new offerings and provide key differentiator inputs to offering teams in terms of new technology adoption in database area.- Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in Database Development and Migration involving installation, testing and deployment of new databases, data conversion from Commercial DB's to Open Source DB's and cloud native databases-
- Strong experience in data architecture with Application/Database re-platforming across operating systems and database engines.-
- Experience in ETL/ELT workflow management desired & ability to write, tune SQL queries desired

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience with one or more automation tools like Ansible, Puppet, Chef, Terraform
- Experience with containerization packaging, tooling, and DevOps method