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Solution Architect

$143.64k - $273k

Kyndryl

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

We are seeking a hands-on Solution Architect with deep expertise in agentic AI systems to join our global Application Modernization group.

In this client-facing role , you will bridge the gap between emerging AI capabilities and real-world enterprise outcomes — designing tailor made solutions, leading discovery workshops, delivering compelling demos, and producing actionable project estimates and roadmaps. You will serve as a trusted technical advisor to senior stakeholders while remaining hands-on enough to prototype, build proof-of-concepts, and guide modernization teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Discovery

  • Lead client discovery sessions and AI readiness assessments to surface high-impact use cases

  • Translate ambiguous business requirements into structured technical architectures and implementation roadmaps

  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, guiding strategic Agentic AI adoption decisions

  • Facilitate workshops, design sessions, and architecture reviews with cross-functional teams

  • Develop and maintain reusable solution frameworks, playbooks, and reference architectures

Agentic AI Architecture & Delivery

  • Build and maintain proof-of-concepts and reference implementations that demonstrate business value

  • Define integration patterns for connecting AI agents to enterprise systems (CRMs, ERPs, APIs, data lakes)

Demos & Presentations

  • Create and deliver live, interactive demos of agentic AI capabilities tailored to specific client contexts and verticals using the Kyndryl Agentic Framework (KAF)

  • Design and present compelling solution narratives — from executive briefings to technical deep-dives

  • Develop demo environments, sandbox prototypes, and reusable demo assets that showcase differentiated value

Estimation & Pre-Sales

  • Produce detailed project estimates covering effort, cost, risk, timeline, and team composition leveraging Kyndryl’s solution calculator and other Kyndryl tools

  • Develop Statements of Work (SOWs), Requests for Proposal (RFP) responses, and technical proposal sections

  • Define MVP scopes and phased delivery plans aligned to client budget and business priorities

  • Collaborate with sales, consult, and legal teams to structure technically sound, deliverable engagements

  • Own technical due diligence for new opportunities and validate feasibility of proposed solutions

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl is an opportunity to be part of something bigger. We’re committed to your growth and development—because when you succeed, we succeed. In this role, you’ll gain exposure to global projects, cutting-edge technologies, and strategic initiatives that shape the future of businesses worldwide. Your career path doesn’t stop here. Whether you want to deepen your expertise, broaden your skills, or move into leadership, we’ll support you with learning programs, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges. At Kyndryl, your future is yours to shape.

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

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.

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in solution architecture, software engineering, or technical consulting

  • 2+ years hands-on experience building LLM-powered or agentic AI applications in production

  • Proven track record in a client-facing advisory or pre-sales architecture role

  • Deep expertise with at least one agentic framework: LangChain/LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI, Semantic Kernel, or equivalent

  • Strong proficiency in Python; comfort with TypeScript/Node.js a plus

  • Experience with vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, pgvector, Chroma) and embedding pipelines

  • Demonstrated ability to scope and estimate complex Agentic AI projects from discovery inputs

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication — equally effective with engineers and executives

  • Experience delivering live technical demos to client audiences of varying technical depth

  • Familiarity with responsible AI principles, data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA), and enterprise security requirements

  • Ability to travel 30% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a management consulting or professional services firm

  • Background in one or more verticals: Financial Services, Healthcare, Retail/CPG, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, or the Public Sector

  • Certifications: AWS/Azure/GCP Solutions Architect, Google PDE, or equivalent

  • Exposure to enterprise AI governance frameworks and AI risk management

The compensation range for this position in the US is $143,640 to $273,000 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.

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. Note: 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.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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.

Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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