Enterprise Architect

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

Role Overview

We are seeking a senior Enterprise Architect with deep specialization in Microsoft Azure to lead enterprise-scale cloud and hybrid-cloud transformations. This role is designed for a strategic technologist who can align business strategy, enterprise architecture, and Azure platform capabilities to drive measurable transformation outcomes.

The Enterprise Architect will define Azure-first enterprise architectures, guide clients through hybrid cloud and legacy modernization journeys, and provide architectural leadership across large, complex transformation programs. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior executives, you will shape cloud strategy, operating models, and roadmaps while ensuring architectural governance and delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture & Strategy

• Partner with business and IT executives to understand enterprise strategy, operating models, and transformation objectives.

• Define enterprise-wide Azure cloud strategy, aligned with business priorities and industry best practices.

• Develop current-state, target-state, and transition architectures across applications, infrastructure, data, and security domains.

• Establish and govern architecture principles, standards, and reference architectures aligned to TOGAF, Azure Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF), and Well-Architected Framework.

Azure & Hybrid Cloud Architecture

• Architect Azure-centric hybrid cloud solutions, integrating on-premises platforms with Microsoft Azure.

• Design Azure landing zones, management groups, and subscription models at enterprise scale.

• Define standardized Azure platform services for compute, containers, networking, identity, data, and security.

• Ensure architectures support scalability, resilience, compliance, and regulatory requirements.

Cloud Migration & Application Modernization

• Lead enterprise Azure migration programs, including application and infrastructure assessments, dependency mapping, and workload prioritization.

• Define and govern migration strategies (rehost, replatform, refactor, rearchitect, retire) aligned to business value.

• Guide modernization of legacy workloads into cloud-native Azure architectures, including microservices, containers, and PaaS services.

• Promote adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code to enable consistent and governed Azure delivery.

Security, Governance & Operating Model

• Define Azure security architecture, including identity (Entra ID), network security, data protection, and threat management.

• Establish Azure governance frameworks using Policy, Management Groups, Blueprints, and cost management.

• Design target Cloud Operating Models, including platform teams, DevOps integration, and FinOps practices.

• Ensure alignment with compliance, risk, and enterprise security requirements.

Delivery Oversight & Architectural Governance

• Provide architectural leadership and assurance across delivery programs, ensuring alignment with enterprise Azure standards.

• Lead architecture review boards, design authorities, and technical governance forums.

• Partner with delivery teams to manage architectural risk, technical debt, and complexity.

• Mentor solution architects, cloud engineers, and technical leaders across Azure engagements.

Client Advisory & Practice Contribution

• Act as a trusted Azure enterprise advisor to senior client stakeholders.

• Lead executive workshops on Azure strategy, cloud adoption, and modernization roadmaps.

• Support pre-sales activities including solution shaping, RFP responses, and executive presentations.

• Contribute to development of reusable Azure enterprise architectures, accelerators, and transformation frameworks.

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 four major platforms. 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

• 12+ years of overall IT experience with 6–8+ years in enterprise or cloud architecture roles.

• Proven experience leading enterprise-scale Azure and hybrid-cloud transformations.

• Strong background in application modernization, cloud migration, and legacy transformation.

• Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into actionable Azure architecture roadmaps.

• Experience working in consulting or large enterprise transformation environments.

Microsoft Azure:

• Azure IaaS & PaaS services

• Azure Landing Zones & CAF

• AKS, App Services, Functions, Container Apps

• Azure Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, VPN

• Azure Data services (SQL, Cosmos DB, Synapse)

Security & Governance:

• Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)

• Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel

• Cost Management & FinOps

Engineering & Delivery:

• DevOps & CI/CD (Azure DevOps, GitHub)

• Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, ARM, Terraform)

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

• TOGAF or equivalent Enterprise Architecture certification

• Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework or Security certifications

• ITIL / DevOps / FinOps certifications (advantageous)

• Enterprise and systems-thinking mindset

• Executive-level communication and advisory skills

• Deep understanding of Azure platform and governance

• Strong leadership, influence, and mentoring capabilities

• Ability to balance innovation, risk, and delivery discipline

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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