Senior Mainframe Modernization Engineer

Infrastructure Specialists at Kyndryl are project-based subject matter experts in all things infrastructure – good at providing analysis, documenting and diagraming work for hand-off, offering timely solutions, and generally “figuring it out.” This is a hands-on role where your feel for the interaction between a system and its environment will be invaluable to every one of your clients. There are two halves to this role: First, contributing to current projects where you analyze problems and tech issues, offer solutions, and test, modify, automate, and integrate systems. And second, long-range strategic planning of IT infrastructure and operational execution. This role isn’t specific to any one platform, so you’ll need a good feel for all of them. And because of this, you’ll experience variety and growth at Kyndryl that you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll be involved early to offer solutions, help decide whether something can be done, and identify the technical and timeline risks up front. This means dealing with both client expectations and internal challenges – in other words, there are plenty of opportunities to make a difference, and a lot of people will witness your contributions. In fact, a frequent sign of success for our Infrastructure Specialists is when clients come back to us and ask for the same person by name. That’s the kind of impact you can have! This is a project-based role where you’ll enjoy deep involvement throughout the lifespan of a project, as well as the chance to work closely with Architects, Technicians, and PMs. Whatever your current level of tech savvy or where you want your career to lead, you’ll find the right opportunities and a buddy to support your growth. Boredom? Trust us, that won’t be an issue.

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

• Deep expertise within specific technology domain areas (e.g., software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics)

• Enterprise IT application experience

• Hands-on experience in at least one of the following: software development, DevOps engineering, systems administration, or systems architecture in public cloud AWS domain

• In-depth knowledge of Windows and Linux Operating Systems

• Must have experience driving for engineering solutions and working across teams

• Extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce conclusions and responses.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written

• Strong process improvement experience

• Experience in one or more of the following mainframe technologies as an engineer: z/OS, DB (Db2, IMS), DC (CICS, MQ), Mainframe Hardware (CPU, DASD, VTS)

• Experience in mainframe system construction or operations (approximately 5+ years)

• Ability to manage schedules using WBS

• Business-level Japanese proficiency

• In depth knowledge of Amazon cloud hosting architecture with experience with AWS and Azure is a bonus

• Exceptional judgment and decision-making abilities

• Familiar with a variety of IT concepts, practices, and procedures

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models

• Logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail