Mainframe Modernization Architect – Hybrid, Global Impact

Kyndryl Inc.; Town of Poland (NY); Hybrid; USD 79,071 - 142,327; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl Inc. is seeking an experienced Mainframe Application Architect to drive modernization roadmaps and architect scalable solutions across legacy and cloud layers.

You’ll shape strategy, design framework architectures, and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver enterprise resilience. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to align technical direction with business goals, document architectures, review designs, and ensure standards are followed.

Qualifications

• Architectural experience on large customer change and transformation projects.
• In-depth hardware and software knowledge with cross-platform connectivity.
• Preferential: hands-on mainframe environment exposure.
• Familiarity with z/OS and IBM/mainframe software.

Responsibilities

• Plan strategy by defining and prioritizing modernization roadmaps.
• Design frameworks and interfaces for new and legacy systems.
• Provide technical leadership and perform design reviews.
• Document architecture and ensure enterprise-wide standards.

Skills

Architectural leadership

Mainframe knowledge

System integration

z/OS familiarity

Cross-platform connectivity

Education

Open Group Master Certified Architect

Job description

Kyndryl Inc. is seeking an experienced Mainframe Application Architect to drive modernization roadmaps and architect scalable solutions across legacy and cloud layers.

You’ll shape strategy, design framework architectures, and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver enterprise resilience. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to align technical direction with business goals, document architectures, review designs, and ensure standards are followed.