Application Architect - VA DMV

The job

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Job description

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

This role does not provide visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future. Candidates must have authorization to work without requiring employer-sponsored work authorization.

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.

What you will do
Plan Strategy
• Shape the future: Define, assess, and prioritize modernization roadmaps taking into account cost and risk.

Design Frameworks
• Invent innovative solutions: You'll be responsible for designing cutting-edge software frameworks, systems, and products that will set the standard for the industry. You'll use your extensive technical knowledge to conceive system interfaces and business application prototypes, while also identifying and resolving any framework design weaknesses.

Guide Teams
• Share your knowledge: Use your 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.
• Achieve business goals: Collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure that the architecture is aligned with business requirements, making sure that the project meets its goals.

Document Architecture
• Keep vital records: Create and maintain documentation surrounding the software architecture, application design processes, component integration, testing guidelines, and other key elements.

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

Required skills and experience

• 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

The base compensation range for the position in the U.S. is -$143,640 to $273,000based on a full-time schedule reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Kyndryl, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting.

Your actual compensation may vary depending on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction, including, but not limited to, geography, relevant job-related skills, education and experience, certification and licenses, internal pay equity, and market and business consideration. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.

There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:

California (San Francisco Bay Area):$172,440to$327,600

California (All Other):$158,040to$300,360

Colorado: $143,640to$273,000

Massachusetts/ Virginia:$143,640to$300,360

New York City: $172,440to$327,600

Washington: $158,040to$300,360

Washington DC:$158,040to$300,360

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Statement

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.

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The city

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The state economy in brief

Colorado is in the West region (Mountain division) and has 5,862,189 residents (the 21st largest of the 50 states and DC by population), with a median age of 37.7. Its economy produced about $593,285 million in the latest four quarters (BEA), 17th among states and DC, equal to $101,205 per resident.

Jobs and the labour market

The unemployment rate was 4.1% in 2026M09, which is 31st lowest of 51 (1st is the lowest). Employers had job openings equal to 3.3% of employment, 46th highest of 51, a measure of how hard it is to hire. The median wage across all occupations is $59,800 a year ($28.75 an hour), 17% above the national median ($59,800 against $50,980).

What people do and what it pays

The occupations with the most jobs in Colorado are Fast Food and Counter Workers (82,010 jobs, median $36,270); Retail Salespersons (76,660 jobs, median $37,950); Stockers and Order Fillers (55,520 jobs, median $42,350); Registered Nurses (54,490 jobs, median $100,260); Cashiers (51,670 jobs, median $36,870). Among occupations with at least 2,000 jobs, the best paid are Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers (median $307,490); Family Medicine Physicians (median $265,560); Computer and Information Systems Managers (median $199,420). Compared with the nation, the state is most specialised in architecture and engineering (1.5 times the national share of workers) and computer and mathematical (1.4 times the national share of workers).

Cost of living, taxes and workplace rules

Prices are above the national average in Colorado: the regional price parity is 103.1 against 100 for the whole country (39th lowest of 51). Median gross rent is $1,761 a month and the median household income $95,470, so a year of rent equals 22.1% of income; the median home value is $539,400. The state minimum wage is $15.16 (the higher of state and federal rates applies to most workers). State income tax on wages: Flat 4.40%. It is not a right-to-work state, so union contracts can require fees from covered workers. It runs a state paid family and medical leave programme.

People and commuting

9.8% of residents were born abroad and 45.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Among workers, 65.1% drive alone, 1.6% use public transit and 21.0% work from home; 14.1% commute 45 minutes or more.

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