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.
The Role
Als Platform & Database Architect ontwerp, onderhoud en vernieuw je de architectuur van het standaard serviceplatform: de basis waarop databases, middleware en containers voor veel teams op dezelfde manier draaien. Je bepaalt de referentiearchitecturen en de standaard platformproducten, legt ze vast in Infrastructure as Code en bouwt beschikbaarheid vanaf het ontwerp in. Je bent het aanspreekpunt voor de andere platformteams en blijft betrokken tot de overdracht aan beheer.
Je komt in dienst bij Kyndryl en werkt voor een opdrachtgever in de defensie- en veiligheidssector die zijn IT-infrastructuur volledig vernieuwt. Later kun je ook voor andere klanten van Kyndryl aan de slag.
Succes in deze rol betekent dat teams hun databases en middleware afnemen op een standaard, goed beschikbaar platform, dat implementaties aansluiten op de referentiearchitectuur en dat het platform herhaalbaar in code is vastgelegd.
Wat ga je doen
Ontwerp het platform
Werk de architectuur van het standaard serviceplatform uit en ontwikkel de referentiearchitecturen verder
Bepaal de standaard platformproducten voor databases en middleware, zoals Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Apache HTTPD, Tomcat en PHP
Bouw hoge beschikbaarheid en availability zones vanaf het eerste ontwerp in
Standaardiseer en automatiseer
Geef vorm aan de standaard deploymentvarianten: golden images, Helm charts en templates
Leg het platform vast in Infrastructure as Code, zodat omgevingen herhaalbaar worden opgebouwd
Bewaak de kwaliteit
Toets implementaties met design reviews en IaC-reviews aan de referentiearchitectuur
Blijf eigenaar van de hele lifecycle, van ontwerp tot overdracht aan beheer
Werk samen over teams heen
Stem als coördinerend architect af met de andere platformteams
Help engineeringteams op weg met templates en richtlijnen
Je werkt hybride: minimaal twee dagen per week op een locatie van de opdrachtgever in Midden-Nederland, de andere dagen in overleg. Het salaris is € 86.000 tot € 108.000 bruto per jaar, inclusief vakantiegeld en dertiende maand, afhankelijk van je ervaring.
Daarnaast krijg je onder meer een telefoon en laptop van de zaak, een maandelijkse internetvergoeding en tot vijf weken extra partnerverlof met behoud van salaris. Met de Kyndryl Social Club zijn er regelmatig borrels, Lunch and Learns en sportactiviteiten.
Jouw toekomst bij Kyndryl
Waar je ook naartoe wilt groeien, bij Kyndryl krijg je de ruimte. Je kunt je verder verdiepen als architect, de breedte in gaan of doorgroeien naar Enterprise Architect, Chief Architect of Distinguished Engineer. Ondertussen haal je certificeringen en werk je in een sterk architectuurteam dat steeds verder kijkt dan wat nu kan.
Who You Are
Je ziet databases, middleware en containers als één platform en legt dat het liefst vast in code. Je houdt overzicht over meerdere teams heen en bewaakt de kwaliteit, van het eerste ontwerp tot de overdracht aan beheer.
Vereiste vaardigheden en ervaring
Platformarchitectuur voor databases en middleware, zoals Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Apache HTTPD, Tomcat of PHP.
Containerplatformen en standaard deploymentvarianten: Helm charts, golden images en templates.
Ervaring met Infrastructure as Code en automatisering.
Ontwerpen voor hoge beschikbaarheid, inclusief availability zones.
Referentiearchitecturen opstellen en design reviews en IaC-reviews uitvoeren.
Vloeiend Nederlands, de Nederlandse nationaliteit en een Nederlands paspoort.
Bereidheid tot een screening op niveau VGB-B door de MIVD. Kyndryl begeleidt je daarbij.
Gewenste vaardigheden en ervaring
Ervaring met afstemming tussen platformteams, zoals cloud management, netwerk, virtualisatie, besturingssystemen, ServiceNow, GitLab en monitoring.
Bekend met de defensie- en veiligheidssector.
Being You
The "Kyn" in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we're excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging - being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team - is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That's The Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
Your career with us isn't just a job-it's an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health-because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.
From your very first day, you'll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won't just contribute-you'll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.
We're here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you'll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You'll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities-from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you'll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.
We want you to thrive here-and we're committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what's next.
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