Kyndryl

Legacy Application Solution Architect

In short

Lead-level Solution Architect role focused on mainframe legacy application modernization, defining roadmaps, designing frameworks, and providing technical leadership to development teams. Kyndryl is a large IT infrastructure services company managing mainframe environments for major enterprises. The role requires architectural experience with large-scale transformation projects and deep knowledge of mainframe hardware/software connectivity, with preferred hands-on z/OS and IBM mainframe product expertise. Hybrid work in Wrocław, Poland.

Your role
Bring your specialist knowledge and experience to a company managing 50% of the world's MIPS and play a critical role in our modernization mission. You'll be in good company amongst our global community of experts leading the future of mainframe modernization. Experts who share knowledge openly and collaborate freely. In this strategic role, you'll use your knowledge of legacy systems and cloud architecture to identify opportunities to modernize mainframe applications.
Responsibilities
•Plan Strategy — Define, assess, and prioritize modernization roadmaps taking into account cost and risk.
•Design Frameworks — Design cutting-edge software frameworks, systems, and products that will set the standard for the industry. Use extensive technical knowledge to conceive system interfaces and business application prototypes, while identifying and resolving framework design weaknesses.
•Guide Teams — Use technical expertise to provide technical leadership to the application development team, perform design and code reviews, and ensure that uniform enterprise-wide application design standards are maintained. Collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure that the architecture is aligned with business requirements, making sure that the project meets its goals.
•Document Architecture — Create and maintain documentation surrounding the software architecture, application design processes, component integration, testing guidelines, and other key elements.
Requirements
•Architectural experience of large customer change and transformation projects
•In depth knowledge and experience of hardware and software including connectivity between platforms
Preferred skills and experience
•The Open Group - Master Certified Architect (or equivalent)
•Prior hands-on experience working in a mainframe environment
•Experience in the following types of mainframe projects – Modernize On, Integrate With and Move Off
•Strong understanding of z/OS and IBM Software Products as well as 3rd party mainframe software
Conditions
•Hybrid-friendly culture supporting well-being and growth
•Be Well programs designed to support financial, mental, physical, and social health
•Access to cutting-edge learning opportunities, including certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon, plus coaching and hands-on experiences
•Personalized development goals and continuous feedback for career growth

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