Automation Tech Lead - Power platforms

Kyndryl Inc.; Karnataka; Hybrid; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be Well program

Hybrid-friendly culture

Job summary

Kyndryl Inc. in India seeks an Automation Tech Lead to guide the design, development, integration, deployment, and operational support of enterprise automation solutions.

You will leverage Microsoft Power Platform, UiPath, Azure, and related technologies to deliver scalable, secure automation while leading engineering teams and driving platform improvements. The role requires 7–15 years of hands-on automation experience, strong leadership, and expertise in modern integration patterns, APIs, and

Qualifications

• 7–15 years of experience in automation engineering and enterprise automation operations.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Power Platform and/or RPA technologies (Power Automate, Power Apps, Dataverse, UiPath).
• Strong expertise in automation architecture, integration, and enterprise application development.
• Experience with REST APIs, Dataverse APIs, JSON, XPath, SQL, FetchXML, and cloud technologies (Azure).
• Knowledge of production support, monitoring, security controls and governance practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, enhancement, and support of enterprise automation solutions using Microsoft technologies.
• Provide technical leadership for automation architecture and reusable components.
• Define standards for development, security, documentation, and production readiness.
• Mentor L2/L3 automation engineers and manage work allocation.
• Collaborate with business, product, platform, and engineering teams to ensure reliable, scalable automation.

Skills

Automation engineering

Technical leadership

Agile delivery

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team mentoring

Education

PL-400 (Power Platform Developer Associate)

PL-500 (Power Automate RPA Developer Associate)

AZ-900 / PL-900 (certifications)

Tools

Power Platform

UiPath

Azure

REST APIs

Dataverse

GitHub

Jira Service Management

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.

Your Role

As a Automation Tech Lead - Power platforms, you will provide technical leadership for the design, development, integration, deployment, and operational support of enterprise automation solutions. You will leverage Microsoft Power Platform, UiPath, Azure, and related technologies to deliver scalable, secure, and supportable automation solutions while leading engineering teams, driving operational excellence, and ensuring continuous platform improvement.

What Will You Do

Lead the design, development, enhancement, and support of enterprise automation solutions using Power Automate, Power Apps, Dataverse, UiPath, and Microsoft technologies. Provide technical leadership for automation architecture, Model‑Driven Apps, cloud flows, integrations, APIs, and reusable automation components. Design and optimize integrations using REST APIs, Dataverse APIs, JSON, XPath, SQL, FetchXML, and other enterprise integration technologies. Lead automation operations, service transition, monitoring, maintenance, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives across production environments. Mentor and guide L2/L3 automation engineers, manage work allocation, support capability development, and promote engineering best practices.

Define and enforce standards for development, architecture, security, documentation, exception handling, logging, quality assurance, and production readiness. Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex incidents, integration failures, runtime issues, performance bottlenecks, and environment‑related challenges. Collaborate with business, product, platform, and engineering teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and compliant automation solutions while managing stakeholder expectations.

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

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 Experience

7-15 years of experience, including significant hands‑on experience in automation engineering, technology development, and enterprise automation operations. Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience with Microsoft Power Platform and/or RPA technologies, including Power Automate, Power Apps, Dataverse, and UiPath. Strong expertise in Power Platform development, including Model‑Driven Apps, cloud flows, Dataverse architecture, automation design, and enterprise application integration.

Hands‑on experience with REST APIs, Dataverse APIs, JSON, XPath, SQL, FetchXML, JavaScript/TypeScript, and enterprise integration development. Experience working with Azure Cloud, Azure SQL, Microsoft 365, GitHub, source control, environment management, and deployment processes. Strong understanding of automation architecture, production support, monitoring, troubleshooting, upgrades, security controls, operational governance, and service management practices.

Mandatory Certification

PL-400 (Microsoft Power Platform Developer Associate) or PL-500 (Microsoft Power Automate RPA Developer Associate). Strong technical leadership, stakeholder management, Agile delivery, communication, analytical, problem‑solving, and team mentoring capabilities.

Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise

Experience with enterprise RPA platforms such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, or Blue Prism, including orchestration, monitoring, and operational support.

Strong knowledge of ITSM processes and tools such as Jira Service Management, Jira, SharePoint, Wrike, or equivalent platforms.

Experience designing scalable automation frameworks, reusable components, DevOps practices, and governance models.

Microsoft certifications including PL-400 (Power Platform Developer Associate), PL-500 (Power Automate RPA Developer Associate), PL-900, AZ-900, or equivalent certifications.

Professional certifications in Agile Service Management, GitHub Copilot, or automation technologies such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, or Blue Prism are preferred.

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.

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.

At Kyndryl, we achieve progress the world depends on, with purpose. Beginning with the purpose that matters to you. Because here, you will be part of a culture designed with purpose. One that is restless, empathetic and devoted. Where we are committed to sustainable progress for our customers and supporting the communities where we work and live. All of you is what we want. And what we need. Join us, and together, we can advance the vital systems that power human progress.