Senior Forward Deployed Engineer

3240 Kyndryl Italia S.P.A.; Milano; Ibrido; EUR 55.000 - 98.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Be Well program

Learning and certifications

Hybrid-friendly culture

Descrizione del lavoro

Kyndryl Italia S.P.A. is seeking a Senior Forward Deployed Engineer to design and implement cutting-edge architectures combining data platforms with AI-driven solutions. You will enable intelligent, scalable enterprise systems that accelerate innovation and business value.

The role requires expertise in cloud-native AI architectures, MLOps, and AI governance, with strong collaboration across cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale AI initiatives.

Competenze

• Proven experience designing cloud-native AI and data architectures.
• Strong expertise in generative AI, agentic AI, LLMs, and orchestration frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of MLOps, AI governance, and model deployment at scale.
• Solid understanding of data platforms, including data lakes, real-time streaming, and event-driven architectures.
• Ability to define integration patterns between AI services and enterprise applications.

Mansioni

• Define and implement modern data architectures leveraging cloud-native technologies, data lakes, and real-time streaming platforms.
• Design AI-driven solutions - including generative and agentic AI frameworks - integrated with enterprise workflows.
• Establish best practices for MLOps, AI governance, and model lifecycle management to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale AI and data initiatives, driving adoption across the organization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to keep the company at the forefront of AI and data transformation.

Conoscenze

Cloud-native AI

MLOps

AI governance

Real-time streaming

Stakeholder mgmt

Strumenti

AWS

Azure

GCP

Descrizione del lavoro

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

As Senior Forward Deployed Engineer at Kyndryl, you will design and implement cutting-edge architectures that merge advanced data platforms with AI-driven solutions - including generative and agentic AI - to enable intelligent, scalable, and secure enterprise systems that accelerate innovation and business value.

• Define and implement modern data architectures leveraging cloud-native technologies, data lakes, and real-time streaming platforms.
• Design AI-driven solutions - including generative and agentic AI frameworks - integrated with enterprise workflows.
• Establish best practices for MLOps, AI governance, and model lifecycle management to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale AI and data initiatives, driving adoption across the organization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to keep the company at the forefront of AI and data transformation.

Your Future at Kyndryl

At Kyndryl, Senior Forward Deployed Engineer play a pivotal role in shaping the future of enterprise technology. As Senior Forward Deployed Engineer, you will have the opportunity to design end-to-end solutions that combine advanced analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence - helping organizations achieve smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. You’ll join a global network of experts in AI, Data, and Cloud, working alongside thought leaders to drive innovation at scale. Whether your career path leads toward deeper technical mastery or broader leadership responsibilities, you’ll find at Kyndryl an environment that supports continuous learning, certification, and growth.

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. You’re also a visionary architect with deep expertise in AI and modern data ecosystems. You are comfortable designing solutions that integrate generative AI, agentic AI, and advanced analytics into enterprise environments. Collaborative, customer-focused, and passionate about innovation, you thrive in dynamic global settings and excel at communicating complex concepts clearly and effectively.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Proven experience designing cloud-native AI and data architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong expertise in AI technologies: generative AI, agentic AI, LLMs, and orchestration frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of MLOps, AI governance, and model deployment at scale.
• Solid understanding of data platforms, including data lakes, real-time streaming, and event-driven architectures.
• Ability to define integration patterns between AI services and enterprise applications.

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Hands-on experience with AI orchestration tools and agent frameworks.
• Exposure to vector databases, semantic search, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG).
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving innovation initiatives.

Employment Terms

The position will be governed by the Italian National Collective Bargaining Agreement for Employees of the Metalworking Industry (Contratto Collettivo Nazionale di Lavoro per i dipendenti dell’Industria Metalmeccanica e della Installazione di Impianti), with classification as Quadro. The employment contract may be offered as a permanent employment contract (contratto a tempo indeterminato). The salary range for the position in Italy is € 54.600,00 to € 98.150,00 based on a full-time schedule at the time of posting. The level assigned and the corresponding remuneration within the salary range indicated above will be determined in accordance with several factors such as, geographical tier, job-related skills, education and experience that selected candidates bring to the team. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately.

Culture and Belonging

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.