Senior Cloud Consultant

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Markham

On-site

CAD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Kyndryl seeks an accomplished Enterprise Architect to lead cloud modernization and transformation programs across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. You will define target-state architectures, drive legacy modernization strategies, and establish guardrails for secure cloud adoption.

You will develop roadmaps, ROI models, and governance frameworks while mentoring architects and engaging CXO-level stakeholders to accelerate delivery across global projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (as listed).
10+ years of enterprise IT, cloud consulting, or large-scale transformation programs.
Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect, Lead Cloud Architect, or Cloud Transformation Lead.

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise architecture for cloud modernization and transformation programs.
Define target-state multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures across application, data, infrastructure, security, and integration domains.
Lead legacy modernization strategies including re-host, re-platform, refactor, re-architect, and cloud-native adoption.
Establish architecture principles, standards, and guardrails for scalable and secure cloud adoption.
Lead cloud strategy and modernization assessments.
Develop cloud readiness analyses, migration roadmaps, business cases, ROI models, and TCO models.
Advise clients on cloud operating models, governance, platform teams, and product-centric delivery.
Provide FinOps and cloud economics guidance.
Support regulatory, security, and risk considerations.
Translate architecture into epics, backlogs, and execution plans.
Resolve complex architectural and transformation challenges.
Govern architecture through the delivery lifecycle.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

Cloud Modernization

Cloud Platform Expertise

Executive Communication

Facilitation

Influencing Skills

Mentoring

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cloud Operating Models

Architecture Frameworks

Modernization Accelerators

Business Cases

ROI Models

Job description

Lead enterprise architecture for cloud modernization and transformation programs
Define target-state multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures across application, data, infrastructure, security, and integration domains
Lead legacy modernization strategies including re-host, re-platform, refactor, re-architect, and cloud-native adoption
Establish architecture principles, standards, and guardrails for scalable and secure cloud adoption
Lead cloud strategy and modernization assessments
Develop cloud readiness analyses, application rationalization, migration roadmaps, business cases, ROI models, and TCO models
Advise clients on cloud operating models, governance, platform teams, and product-centric delivery
Provide FinOps and cloud economics guidance
Support regulatory, security, and risk considerations
Translate architecture into epics, backlogs, and execution plans
Resolve complex architectural and transformation challenges
Govern architecture through the delivery lifecycle
Serve as escalation point for architectural risks, trade-offs, and decisions
Build trusted relationships with CXOs, CIOs, CTOs, chief architects, and senior business leaders
Lead executive workshops, architecture reviews, and transformation planning sessions
Communicate complex architectural concepts in business-oriented language
Contribute to cloud architecture frameworks, reference architectures, and modernization accelerators
Develop reusable assets, playbooks, and points of view
Mentor and coach architects and senior consultants
Represent Kyndryl in cloud partner ecosystems and industry forums

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
10+ years of experience in enterprise IT, cloud consulting, or large-scale transformation programs
Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect, Lead Cloud Architect, or Cloud Transformation Lead
Strong expertise in AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud architecture
Expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks and patterns
Expertise in cloud migration and modernization strategies
Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments
Ability to drive complex transformation initiatives from strategy through execution
Strong executive communication, facilitation, and influencing skills
Experience with large Global System Integrators or top-tier consulting firms preferred
AWS, Azure, or GCP Architect certification preferred
TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture framework certification preferred
FinOps Practitioner certification preferred
Experience with platform engineering and product operating models
Experience with DevSecOps and cloud-native architectures
Experience in regulated industries preferred
Exposure to organizational change management and IT operating model transformation
MBA or architecture certification preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading cloud modernization and transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures. Proficient in developing cloud readiness analyses, migration roadmaps, and providing FinOps guidance while ensuring compliance with regulatory and security standards.

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