Senior Cloud Consultant leading enterprise cloud modernization for Kyndryl, which operates mission-critical technology systems. Defining architectures, roadmaps, and delivery plans across complex client environments.
Responsibilities
Lead enterprise architecture for cloud modernization and transformation programs
Define target-state multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures across application, data, infrastructure, security, and integration domains
Lead legacy modernization strategies including re-host, re-platform, refactor, re-architect, and cloud-native adoption
Establish architecture principles, standards, and guardrails for scalable and secure cloud adoption
Lead cloud strategy and modernization assessments
Develop cloud readiness analyses, application rationalization, migration roadmaps, business cases, ROI models, and TCO models
Advise clients on cloud operating models, governance, platform teams, and product-centric delivery
Provide FinOps and cloud economics guidance
Support regulatory, security, and risk considerations
Translate architecture into epics, backlogs, and execution plans
Resolve complex architectural and transformation challenges
Govern architecture through the delivery lifecycle
Serve as escalation point for architectural risks, trade-offs, and decisions
Build trusted relationships with CXOs, CIOs, CTOs, chief architects, and senior business leaders
Lead executive workshops, architecture reviews, and transformation planning sessions
Communicate complex architectural concepts in business-oriented language
Contribute to cloud architecture frameworks, reference architectures, and modernization accelerators
Develop reusable assets, playbooks, and points of view
Mentor and coach architects and senior consultants
Represent Kyndryl in cloud partner ecosystems and industry forums
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
10+ years of experience in enterprise IT, cloud consulting, or large-scale transformation programs
Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect, Lead Cloud Architect, or Cloud Transformation Lead
Strong expertise in AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud architecture
Expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks and patterns
Expertise in cloud migration and modernization strategies
Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments
Ability to drive complex transformation initiatives from strategy through execution
Strong executive communication, facilitation, and influencing skills
Experience with large Global System Integrators or top-tier consulting firms preferred
AWS, Azure, or GCP Architect certification preferred
TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture framework certification preferred
FinOps Practitioner certification preferred
Experience with platform engineering and product operating models
Experience with DevSecOps and cloud-native architectures
Experience in regulated industries preferred
Exposure to organizational change management and IT operating model transformation
MBA or architecture certification preferred
Benefits
Flexible, supportive environment
Well-being prioritized
Hands-on experience and learning opportunities
Opportunities to certify in all four major platforms
Be Well programs supporting financial, mental, physical, and social health
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