Data Architect

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 ready to join a team that is passionate about solving complex business problems with cutting-edge technology? Kyndryl is seeking a talented Data Architect who will take charge of all things data and information, transforming them into remarkable solutions that drive our customers' success. Get ready to unleash your creative prowess and shape the future of data management. 

As a Data Architect with Kyndryl, you will play a vital role in managing all aspects of data and information, from understanding business requirements to translating them into data models scheme design and data architectures. Your expertise will be critical in guiding the full IT data lifecycle governance , including acquisition, transformation, classification, storage, presentation, distribution, security, privacy, and archiving to ensure data is accurate, complete and secure.

You will work closely with our customers to design solutions and data architectures that address their unique business problems, considering their needs and constraints while applying your industry knowledge and expertise. You will have the opportunity to work with diverse technologies, like databases (relational, hierarchical and object-oriented), file systems and storage management, document imaging, knowledge and content management, taxonomies and business intelligence. All relevant for designing business-driven IT solutions that meet data requirements and incorporate cloud solutions for different types of storage needs.

As a Data Architect, you will have the chance to develop and design centralized or distributed systems that both address user requirements and perform efficiently and effectively. You will ensure the viability of proposed solutions by conducting solution assurance assessments and work closely with the project team and key stakeholders to ensure that the final solution meets all customer requirements and expectations.

At Kyndryl, you'll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team where creativity knows no bounds. Together, we'll shape the future of data architecture and revolutionize the way businesses thrive. Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career with Kyndryl.

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

In depth knowledge of data reconciliation, storage (capacity planning), lineage
using different tools

• Having skills in migration of logical DWH from one stack to another.

• Knowledge and experience in IBM stack, Teradata/SAP/Oracle stack etc will be
preferred.

• Knowledge of reporting tools like IBM Cognos, Tableau, Power BI etc.

• A proven track record of setting up massively scalable, always-on, multiregional
data systems.

• Expertise in relational databases and NoSQL data storage technologies like
Oracle, Postgres, SQL server, Azure SQL, MongoDB, etc.

• Strong knowledge of DWH technologies etc., Netezza, including its architecture
and optimization.

• Expertise in data modelling, design and data visualization skills.

• Data management and migration skills.

• Preferably the candidate should have working / hands-on experience with
Enterprise Architecture (EA) tools like Mega Hopex, Avolution ABACUS,
Planview, Orbus iServer, etc.

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

Set up technical standards and governance structure for the enterprise.

• To provide technology architecture expertise and guidance across multiple
business divisions & technology domains.

• Assist business strategy and accordingly drive technology strategy from an
architecture perspective.

• Setting up technical standards, formulation of Enterprise Architecture (EA)
Governance Framework.

• Driving technology strategy from an architecture perspective, across a portfolio
of applications in the Bank, for resource optimization and Risk mitigation.

• Translating business requirements into specific system, application or process
designs, including working with business personnel and executives to identify
functional requirements.

• Define/ maintain Target Architectures in Roadmaps.
Lead and/or assist efforts to scope and architect major change programs, leading
strategic options analysis & proposing end-to-end solutions & highlighting trade-
offs.

• Review ongoing designs of major programs to identify strategic opportunities and
resolve design issues during delivery.

• Identify key technology enablers to optimize IT investment.

• Develop highly complex solutions that exemplifies quality optimization
regarding reliability, availability, scalability, manageability, flexibility, usability/
reusability, and high performance.

• Deliver Architecture solutions in a Banking environment at the highest-level
technical expertise.

• Lead other IT Architects to provide effective consulting on complex projects
including RFP technical evaluations for various business domain.

• Lead multifunctional teams in successful application of methodologies and
architecture modelling tools.

• As an architect the person would be responsible for suggestion and
implementation of new technologies.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders in IT infra domain, IT-vendors, and other
architects to achieve enterprise business goals.

• The Enterprise Data Architect will be responsible for maturing and extending data
management, data engineering, metadata management, Data warehouse, Data
Lake and Data virtualization/fabric solutions across the organization. By
combining a strong technical background with a solid understanding of market
trends, the IT Enterprise Data Architect will be responsible for architecting,
designing, and delivering projects and enhancements across the Enterprise Data
Platform.

• Evaluate current state architecture and recommend and implement changes with
a focus on modernization of Data integration (ETL, ELT, API / ESB) and Data
Virtualization solutions.

• Combine business needs, vendor roadmaps and technology trends to develop
Enterprise Data Management platforms and product roadmaps and future state
architecture diagrams for the bank based on their roadmap.

• Mitigate issues related to data quality

• Provide technical and architectural guidance to projects, teams, and service
providers, ensuring that new initiatives enable effective and scalable data storage,
data engineering and data analysis capabilities

• Participate in architectural review boards, evaluations of data and analytics
solutions/COTS products, and technologies

• Research, recommend and pilot tools and process changes to drive quality and
efficiency across the solution development lifecycle

• Act as a thought leader on industry trends, emerging data management
capabilities (such as enterprise Data Lake) and technologies (cloud platforms) and
potential use for various existing and potential Customers.
Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of databases, data
warehouses, data lakes, and other data systems.

• Define data quality, security, and access control standards.

• Plan and executing data migrations from legacy systems and integrating data from
multiple sources.

• Work with data engineers, data scientists, and business analysts to develop data
solutions.

• Explore new data sources and methods for collecting and storing data.

• Maintain data integrity, ensuring data is accessible to authorized users, and
implement data security measures.

• Offer expertise and support to data teams and stakeholders.

• Track performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements to data
infrastructure.

• Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures.

• Hands on experience in Cloudera platform, Lakehouse

Educational Qualification

BE/ BTech in (Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/ Software Engineering/ Electronics & Communications Engineering or equivalent degree in relevant discipline) or MCA or MTech/ MSc in (Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/ Electronic & Communications Engineering) from recognized University/ Institute.

Desirable:

MBA as an additional qualification is preferred

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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