Member of Technical Staff

5100 Kyndryl Solutions Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl is seeking a senior software verification and validation engineer to lead DO‑178C compliant projects for safety‑critical embedded software. You will design, verify and maintain high‑volume mainframe software, and help refactor legacy code to enable modern cloud and mobile interactions with core data.

With 8–12 years of experience, you will mentor engineers, drive certification planning and artifact development, review test strategies and coverage, and collaborate with cross‑functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead software verification and validation activities in accordance with DO-178C standards.
• Provide technical leadership for certification and compliance engagements.
• Support certification planning, audit readiness, and certification artifact development.
• Lead requirements traceability, verification reviews, and compliance assessments.
• Perform advanced defect analysis, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigations.
• Review test strategies, verification approaches, and coverage analysis results.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance on certification best practices.
• Collaborate with customer, engineering, and program teams on certification initiatives.
• Drive process improvements and operational excellence across certification programs.

Skills

C/Embedded C

DO-178C concepts

Certification leadership

V&V

Cross-functional collaboration

BSP and device driver verification

C/C++

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Electronics/Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

LDRA

Polarion

DOORS

Git

Jira

Linux

Python

ARM/Intel/PPC platforms

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.

The Role

Bring your specialist knowledge and experience to a company managing 50% of the world’s MIPS and play a critical role in our modernization mission. You’ll be in good company among our global community of experts leading the future of mainframe modernization. Experts who share knowledge openly and collaborate freely. In this role, you’ll design, build and maintain the high‑volume business logic that runs on the mainframe. At the same time you’ll play a key role in refactoring legacy code to enable modern cloud and mobile applications to seamlessly interact with the mainframe’s core data.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead software verification and validation activities in accordance with DO‑178C standards.
• Provide technical leadership for certification and compliance engagements.
• Support certification planning, audit readiness, and certification artifact development.
• Lead requirements traceability, verification reviews, and compliance assessments.
• Perform advanced defect analysis, troubleshooting, and root‑cause investigations.
• Review test strategies, verification approaches, and coverage analysis results.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance on certification best practices.
• Collaborate with customer, engineering, and program teams on certification initiatives.
• Drive process improvements and operational excellence across certification programs.

Required Technical & Professional Expertise

• 8-12 years of experience in software engineering, verification, validation, or safety certification.
• Strong experience in safety‑critical embedded software environments and DO‑178C certification projects.
• Expertise in DO‑178C lifecycle processes, compliance, requirements traceability, V&V, testing, SQA, and certification audits.
• Strong programming skills in C/Embedded C, with experience in BSP and device driver verification.
• Proficiency with LDRA, Polarion, DOORS, Git, Jira, Linux, Python, and ARM/Intel/PPC platforms.
• Experience leading technical workstreams and collaborating across cross‑functional teams.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Technical & Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with VxWorks, Embedded Linux, and Helix Virtualization Platform (HVP).
• Exposure to Aerospace & Defense certification programs and safety standards such as IEC50128 and ISO26262.
• Experience participating in SOI audits and working with certification authorities.
• Proven ability to lead complex certification and verification engagements as a technical SME.
• Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical guidance across multiple projects.
• Strong customer‑facing consulting and technical advisory capabilities.
• Ability to influence technical decisions and drive quality and compliance best practices.
• Demonstrated capability to work independently in global certification and engineering environments.

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.