Managing Data Architect— Data & Cloud Architecture Lead

Kyndryl; Triangle (VA); On-site; USD 138,480 - 263,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Disability benefits

Paid leave and time off

Retirement benefits

Discretionary annual bonus program

Job summary

Kyndryl is seeking a talented Data Architect to transform complex data into solutions that drive success. This role requires managing the entire data lifecycle and collaborating closely with customers to design effective data architectures tailored to their needs.

With 10+ years of experience in cloud-based platforms and proficiency in data modeling and programming languages, you'll lead initiatives to ensure data integrity and security. Kyndryl offers a competitive compensation range of $138,480 to $263,160 annually, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience working with cloud-based data platforms.
• Strong knowledge in data modeling and database design.
• Experience in architecting infrastructure from a data perspective.

Responsibilities

• Manage data lifecycle governance including acquisition and security.
• Design solutions and data architectures based on customer needs.
• Conduct solution assurance assessments.

Skills

Cloud-based data platforms

Data modeling

Database design

Data management best practices

Programming languages (Python, C, C++, Java)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

The Role

Are you ready to join a team that is passionate about solving complex business problems with cutting‑edge technology? Kyndryl is seeking a talented Data Architect who will take charge of all things data and information, transforming them into remarkable solutions that drive our customers’ success. As a Managing Data Architect – Data & Cloud Lead with Kyndryl, you will play a vital role in managing all aspects of data and information, from understanding business requirements to translating them into data models, scheme design, and data architectures. Your expertise will be critical in guiding the full IT data‑lifecycle governance, including acquisition, transformation, classification, storage, presentation, distribution, security, privacy, and archiving to ensure data is accurate, complete and secure. You will work closely with customers to design solutions and data architectures that address their unique business problems, considering their needs and constraints while applying your industry knowledge and expertise. You will have the opportunity to work with diverse technologies, including relational, hierarchical and object‑oriented databases, file systems, storage management, document imaging, knowledge and content management, taxonomies, and business intelligence. All relevant for designing business‑driven IT solutions that meet data requirements and incorporate cloud solutions for different types of storage needs. You will develop and design centralized or distributed systems that address user requirements and perform efficiently and effectively, ensuring the viability of proposed solutions by conducting solution assurance assessments and working closely with the project team and key stakeholders to meet all customer expectations.

Required Skills, Experience and Circumstances

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience working with cloud‑based data platforms, data integration and governance framework with one of the three cloud technologies (Azure, AWS or GCP)
• Strong knowledge in data modeling, database design and data‑management best practice
• Ability to architect, design and implement infrastructure and platforms from a data and storage perspective
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, C, C++ and Java

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Security, or a related field

Compensation

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $138,480 to $263,160 based on a full‑time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job‑related skills and experience. For part‑time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.

California (San Francisco Bay Area): $166,200 to $315,720

California (All Other): $152,400 to $289,440

Colorado: $138,480 to $263,160

Massachusetts: $138,480 to $289,440

New York City: $166,200 to $315,720

Washington: $152,400 to $289,440

Washington DC: $152,400 to $289,440

This position will be eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl’s applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave and paid time off. If this is a sales‑commission‑eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.