Senior DevOps Engineer

Kyndryl; Chennai; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl Inc. in Chennai, India seeks a DevOps Engineer to join a hybrid, collaborative team creating automated CI/CD pipelines, IaC-driven infrastructure, and resilient cloud or hybrid platforms.

You will drive reliable releases, automate provisioning, monitor services, and partner with development teams to embed DevOps practices. You should have hands-on CI/CD tooling, source control, and release pipeline experience, plus familiarity with cloud or hybrid architectures, containerization, and

Qualifications

• Experience across both development and operations in a DevOps or platform engineering role.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tooling, source control, and automated build and release pipelines.
• Experience automating infrastructure provisioning and configuration tasks.
• Experience with cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments and production deployments.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines that support frequent, reliable application releases.
• Implement infrastructure provisioning and configuration using automation and infrastructure as code practices.
• Operate and improve cloud and hybrid platform environments to meet availability, performance, and security expectations.
• Collaborate with application teams to integrate DevOps practices into development workflows and release processes.
• Monitor systems and applications, investigate incidents, and drive root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Standardize operational processes and tooling to reduce manual effort and deployment risk.
• Contribute to documentation, runbooks, and operational readiness for new or changed services.

Skills

CI/CD tooling

Source control

Infrastructure as code

Cloud or hybrid infra

Incident investigation

Tools

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Who We AreAt 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 RoleYour role As a DevOps Engineer, you will work at the intersection of development and operations, embedded within the application deployment lifecycle for customer environments. The role focuses on building, automating, and operating reliable platforms that support continuous delivery, system resilience, and scalable infrastructure. Success is demonstrated through stable releases, repeatable automation, and measurable improvements to deployment reliability and speed. What you will do •Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines that support frequent, reliable application releases •Implement infrastructure provisioning and configuration using automation and infrastructure as code practices •Operate and improve cloud and hybrid platform environments to meet availability, performance, and security expectations •Collaborate with application teams to integrate DevOps practices into development workflows and release processes •Monitor systems and applications, investigate incidents, and drive root cause analysis to prevent recurrence •Standardize operational processes and tooling to reduce manual effort and deployment risk •Contribute to documentation, runbooks, and operational readiness for new or changed servicesWho You AreRequired skills and experience •Experience working across both development and operations disciplines in a DevOps or platform engineering role •Hands-on experience with CI/CD tooling, source control, and automated build and release pipelines •Experience automating infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and system administration tasks •Working knowledge of cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments and common system architectures •Experience supporting application deployment, monitoring, and operational stability in production environments •Ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and translate findings into preventive improvements Preferred skills and experience •Experience with infrastructure as code and configuration management tools •Familiarity with containerization and orchestration platforms •Experience applying security and compliance controls within automated pipelines •Exposure to agile development practices and iterative delivery modelsBeing YouThe “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 ExpectYour 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.Get Referred!If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.