Senior Microsoft Technology Advisor

Kyndryl; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl is seeking an accomplished Senior Microsoft Azure Advisor to join our Microsoft Practice, bridging business strategy, cloud architecture, and application modernization. You will lead Azure-enabled transformations, drive modernization of legacy workloads into cloud-native and containerized solutions, and apply Agentic AI capabilities to boost performance and insight.

Demonstrated Azure expertise, consulting leadership, and hands-on delivery will help shape trusted roadmaps for enterprise

Qualifications

• 10+ years IT experience incl. Azure architecture and consulting.
• Proven expertise in application modernization and cloud-native design.
• Experience designing Agentic AI architectures and intelligent automation.
• Strong consulting presence with enterprise client engagements.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure services: compute, data, AI, integration, and security.

Responsibilities

• Lead Azure-based modernization initiatives and cloud adoption strategies.
• Architect end-to-end Azure solutions across infra, app, and data.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with product teams.
• Drive pre-sales support and reference architectures.
• Ensure alignment with CAF, Well-Architected, and Responsible AI.

Skills

Azure

Consulting

DevOps

CI/CD

IaC

Security & Governance

AI integration

Tools

App Services

AKS

Functions

Container Apps

Azure OpenAI

Cognitive Services

Azure ML

Synapse

Cosmos DB

Logic Apps

Event Grid

Service Bus

Power Platform

Azure AD

Defender

Sentinel

Policy

Blueprints

Terraform

Bicep

ARM

Job description

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.

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 an accomplished Senior Microsoft Azure Advisor to join our Microsoft Practice.

This role requires a consultative technologist who can bridge business strategy, cloud architecture, and application innovation. You will lead clients through Azure-enabled digital transformation, driving modernization of legacy systems, enabling cloud-native architectures, and incorporating Agentic AI capabilities to enhance business performance, agility, and insight.

The successful candidate will combine deep Azure expertise, application modernization leadership, and a consulting mindset to define, design, and oversee end-to-end solutions that deliver measurable transformation outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Consulting & Client Engagement

• Partner with clients to understand strategic objectives, current IT landscapes, and transformation goals.
• Lead consulting engagements and workshops to assess readiness, define cloud adoption strategy, and identify opportunities for AI-driven innovation.
• Act as a trusted Microsoft advisor to executives, shaping cloud, modernization, and intelligent automation roadmaps.
• Collaborate closely with Microsoft Partner teams to align solutions with the latest Microsoft Cloud and AI ecosystem advancements.

Solution Architecture & Innovation

• Architect and design Azure-based solutions that encompass infrastructure, application, and data modernization.
• Lead application transformation initiatives, including re-platforming, re-hosting, and re-architecting legacy workloads into cloud-native and containerized solutions.
• Integrate Agentic AI, Azure OpenAI Services, Copilot extensions, and AI orchestration frameworks to build intelligent, adaptive enterprise applications.
• Drive the adoption of microservices, serverless computing, event-driven design, and low-code platforms within the Microsoft ecosystem (Azure, Power Platform, and Dynamics 365).
• Ensure architectures align with Microsoft’s Cloud Adoption Framework, Well-Architected Framework, and Responsible AI principles.

Delivery Oversight & Technical Leadership

• Provide delivery governance and technical oversight throughout project lifecycles—ensuring architectural integrity, performance, and compliance.
• Lead architecture reviews, solution validation, and risk management for ongoing delivery programs.
• Mentor cloud engineers, developers, and AI specialists, ensuring alignment with best practices and Microsoft architectural standards.
• Partner with project managers and product owners to balance innovation with delivery discipline.

Pre-Sales & Practice Development

• Support the Microsoft Practice Leader in shaping the practice’s Azure and AI service offerings.
• Lead pre-sales solutioning, RFP responses, and client presentations showcasing cloud and Agentic AI innovation.
• Contribute to developing reusable frameworks, accelerators, and reference architectures for cloud and AI modernization engagements.
• Stay ahead of emerging Azure technologies, including AI, machine learning, and intelligent automation.

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

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years in Azure solution architecture and consulting.
• Proven experience in application modernization, cloud-native design, and AI-driven innovation on Microsoft Azure.
• Expertise in Azure services including:
• Compute: App Services, AKS, Functions, Container Apps
• Data & AI: Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Azure ML, Synapse, Cosmos DB
• Integration & Automation: Logic Apps, Event Grid, Service Bus, Power Platform
• Security & Governance: Azure AD, Defender, Sentinel, Policy, Blueprints
• Experience designing Agentic AI architectures—leveraging reasoning, orchestration, and human-in-the-loop automation.
• Strong background in cloud migration, DevOps, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM).
• Solid consulting experience with enterprise clients across multiple industries.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate or Data & AI Fundamentals
• TOGAF, ITIL, or Design Thinking certifications (advantageous)

Key Competencies

• Strong consulting presence with the ability to articulate value across business and technology domains.
• Deep understanding of cloud architecture, AI integration, and application innovation trends.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to balance innovation with delivery excellence and governance.
• Leadership mindset with passion for mentoring and developing technical talent.

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.