AI Platform Engineer

Kyndryl; Hoofddorp; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl in the Netherlands is seeking an experienced AI/ML Engineer to design, build, and operate a central AI Platform on Microsoft Azure as part of a large-scale platform modernization. You’ll combine AI SDK development, data masking, PII detection and document intelligence with enterprise governance.

You will implement serverless compute, Databricks, and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with Data Science, Cloud Engineering and DevOps teams to deliver secure, scalable AI solutions while

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and deploying AI/ML and data engineering solutions on Azure.
• Deep understanding of Azure Databricks architecture, including serverless compute capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with serverless technologies such as Azure Functions, Event Grid, and Logic Apps.
• Proficiency in Python, PySpark, and SQL for data engineering and model integration.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD, MLOps, and Infrastructure-as-Code using Azure DevOps and Terraform.
• Solid understanding of cloud cost management, scaling strategies, and workload optimization.
• Familiarity with enterprise security, data protection, and compliance requirements for AI workloads.
• Ability to design and implement observability, monitoring, and alerting for Databricks Serverless environments.
• Integrated Mistral AI large language models (LLMs) into a corporate fintech environment.

Responsibilities

• Designing and assessing serverless compute architectures for AI workloads.
• Implementing scalable Azure Databricks Serverless environments.
• Developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps for AI and Databricks workloads.
• Ensuring reliability, observability, monitoring, and optimization of Databricks and serverless services.
• Collaborating with Data Science, Cloud Engineering and DevOps teams to provide consultancy and best practices for AI models.

Skills

Azure AI/ML

Azure Databricks

Python

PySpark

SQL

CI/CD

MLOps

Terraform

Observability

Security & Compliance

Tools

Azure Functions

Event Grid

Logic Apps

Azure DevOps

Terraform

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.

AI/ML Engineer - Azure Platform Modernization

As part of a large-scale platform modernization journey, the organization is strengthening its AI and Machine Learning capabilities to deliver intelligent, secure, and scalable digital solutions on Microsoft Azure. This transformation focuses on embedding enterprise-grade AI capabilities within the platform engineering landscape - enabling automation, improving data security, and accelerating outcomes through responsible AI adoption. To support this initiative, we are seeking an experienced AI/ML Engineer. This role will be pivotal in designing, building, and operationalizing a central AI Platform and its supporting capabilities, including AI SDK development, data masking, PII detection, and document intelligence. The engineer will integrate Azure AI services with modern DevOps practices to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance with enterprise governance standards.

Responsibilities

• Designing and assessing serverless compute architectures for AI workloads.
• Implementing scalable Azure Databricks Serverless environments.
• Developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps for AI and Databricks workloads.
• Ensuring reliability, observability, monitoring, and optimization of Databricks and serverless services.
• Collaborating closely with Data Science, Cloud Engineering, and DevOps teams as an independent expert - providing consultancy, technical alignment, and best practices for operationalizing AI models efficiently.

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience designing and deploying AI/ML and data engineering solutions on Azure.
• Deep understanding of Azure Databricks architecture, including serverless compute capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with serverless technologies such as Azure Functions, Event Grid, and Logic Apps.
• Proficiency in Python, PySpark, and SQL for data engineering and model integration.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD, MLOps, and Infrastructure-as-Code using Azure DevOps and Terraform.
• Solid understanding of cloud cost management, scaling strategies, and workload optimization.
• Familiarity with enterprise security, data protection, and compliance requirements for AI workloads.
• Ability to design and implement observability, monitoring, and alerting for Databricks Serverless environments.
• Integrated Mistral AI large language models (LLMs) into a corporate fintech environment.

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—you 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.